Obituaries and Funeral Notices

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Sally Lou Le Messurier

Died peacefully on September 26^th, 2017, in St John’s, Newfoundland.  Sally Lou (Sarah Louise) was born December 11, 1933 in St John’s to the late James P. Steinhauer Sr and Sarah Louise Springer.  Pre-deceased by her husband A. Bruce Le Messurier and her brother James P Steinhauer Jr.  Will be missed dearly by her two sons, Mark (Ralph) of Toronto, and Jason (Galina) of St. John’s;  and will be lovingly remembered by extended family and friends from coast to coast across Canada and the United States.  As per Sally’s wishes, there is to be no funeral, and a private burial will take place.  In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation in Sally’s name to the Dr H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Foundation or The Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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Michael Joseph Quilty

Mike Joseph Quilty – June 1, 1937 to September 25, 2017- Peacefully passed during his sleep on September 25, 2017 after a long battle with cancer at the Palliative Care Unit, L. A.  Miller Centre. He leaves behind his wife Ellen; son Michael and daughter Joann (Paul); along with his grandchildren: Desiree, Jenesa and James.  He also leaves behind his remaining living siblings: Nick, Carmel and Edward; along with many cousins, nieces and nephews and friends.  Many thanks to the Nurses, Doctors and staff of the Palliative Care Unit, L. A.  Miller Center for their wonderful support and care during this difficult time. Cremation has taken place. There will no Visitation or Funeral Service as per his request. Donations in Mike’s memory would be highly appreciated to Palliative Care Unit, L. A.  Miller Center. To send a message of condolence or sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com.

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Velma Myrtle King Young

Passed peacefully away at Agnes Pratt Home on September 19, 2017, Velma Myrtle King Young, in her 86th year. Velma was born in Bay Roberts to Walter and Fannie (nee Samways) Caravan on January 13, 1932. Velma was proud of her profession as a nurse and served as the Director of Nursing at the Janeway Children’s Hospital. She is survived by her second husband Haig. Velma is predeceased her first husband William (Bill), daughter Jacki (Hollett); brothers, Arthur, Roy, Leslie, Earle, and Isaac, and sister Lois. Leaving to mourn, her son Jim (Corinne) and brothers Bert, Bruce and David; grandchildren, Christopher, Zachary (Veronika), Matthew, David and Alexandra, and a large circle of other relatives and friends. The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks for the care provided by the nurses and staff at the Agnes Pratt Home. As per Velma’s wishes cremation has taken place. Visitation to be held at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Thursday September 21, 2017 from 2 pm – 4 pm and 7 pm – 9 pm. Funeral service will be held from the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Friday September 22, 2017 at 11:00 am with interment to follow in the family plot at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Velma’s memory may be made to the Janeway Children’s Hospital Foundation or the Agnes Pratt Home.

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Pearl Samson

Passed peacefully away on September 16, 2017 at the age of 92, Pearl Samson of Cowards Island, Bonavista Bay. Predeceased by parents George and Elsie Morgan, her husband Andrew Samson; brothers Douglas and Max; sister Margaret Moss and daughter Kay Samson, son-in-law Claude Neil. Leaving to mourn her children Cavell Neil of Goulds, Tony Samson (Betty) of Dartmouth, NS and Dale Samson (Gary) of Eastport; sister Dorothy Temush of Ontario; 6 grandchildren Scott Neil (Debbie), Penny Power (Craig), Kim Samson, Tony Samson, Adrian Samson (Michelle) and Nicole Bonia (Joe); also 6 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She will be resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Tuesday, September 19 from 10 a.m. – 12 noon, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place at St. Paul’s Church, Goulds on Wednesday, September 20 at 11 a.m. with interment to follow at Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations to the Salvation Army.

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Herbert Allan Hudson

Passed peacefully away on Friday, September 15,2017 at the Health Science Centre at the age of 91 years. Predeceased by his wife Bernice (nee Squires), parents Allan and Dorcas (Mulley) , son Reginald; sisters: Ena, Eliza (Jen) Noseworthy (John), Viola Butt (Henry), Marion Moores (Paul), Olive Wells (Henry), Lily Piercey (Roland), brother Melbourne Hudson (Jemima). Left to mourn with loving memories his children Christine Edgecombe, Winston (Evelyn), Jill Charlebois (Chuck); grandchildren; Lori Steeves (David), Cindy Hurst, Allison Edgecombe (Greg Gajda), Jennifer Michels (Brian), great grandchildren; Ryan Steeves, Emily Tuncelli (Onur), Jason Hurst and Amber Hurst, Evan Michels, also many nieces, nephew’s other relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road. Visitation will take place on Saturday from 7-9 p.m., Sunday from 10 – 4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Monday from 10-12 noon. Funeral Service from Memorial United Church, Pouch Cove, on Monday, September 18,2017 at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow in Memorial United Church Cemetery, Pouch Cove Line, Pouch Cove. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in his memory may be made to Memorial United Church, Pouch Cove.

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Freeman James Paul

Passed peacefully away on September 15, 2017 at the Health Sciences Centre, aged 72 years, Freeman James Paul. Predeceased by parents Thomas and Beatrice; brothers John, Fred, Clifford; and niece Patsy. Leaving to mourn sisters Jessica (Darlene), and Mary; brothers George, Gerald, Austin; niece Corina, Bertha, Josephine, Verley, Carmen, Patsy Marie, Jody, Tara and Tracy; nephew Emeric (Patty), Neil, and Faron, Fred, Aubrey, Tommy; great-nieces Elaine, Erica, Emma and Gina; great-great nephew Liam, as well as other relatives and friends. Visitation and a celebration of Freeman’s life will take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Tuesday, September 19 from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. and 3-9 p.m.

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Elizabeth Blythe

Elizabeth Blythe (Betty Whalen) Born December 5, 1942, Lanarkshire, Scotland Died September 15, 2017, St. John’s, Newfoundland It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Aunt.  Elizabeth passed away at St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital in St. John’s with peace and grace after a 13 week fight that she could not win. Our mother passed with her hand in her daughter Cathy’s and all of her love in our hearts. Elizabeth was a special woman who loved deeply the children in her life. This love extended beyond her own children and grandchildren to her nieces and nephews and their children. Elizabeth was passionate about many things, especially her love for animals. Predeceased by her baby sister Heather Whalen and her parents Barbara (McCormack) and Roy Whalen. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are her children Gordon Martin, Cathy Martin and her fiancée Howie Trussetter and Heather Blythe. Cherished grandmother of Kristopher Pertoci (Katie Higgins), Nicholas Pertoci (Courtney Fowlow), Alexander Martin (Nicole Link),  Victoria Martin and their mother Heather Martin. Loving Sister to Anna Maynard (Peter Lathwell), Roy Whalen (Yvonne Whalen). Special Aunt to Ken, Keith and  Shawn Maynard, Nikki and Shannon Whalen as well as their children and grandchildren.  Other family members  Margaret Martin, Diane Martin and Herb Long. Special friend to Trish Currie, Pauline Law and Nancy Dalzel. Much gratitude to Dr. Cox, Dr. Phair, Dr. Mercer, Dr. Genge and the medical staff at 7 West, who took special care of our mom over the last 9 weeks. We will never forget your love and compassion. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations made to SPCA, NL Lung Assoc., and the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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Cynthia Evelyn “Cyndi” Meaney

Meaney, Cynthia Evelyn “Cyndi” (nee Urquhart) age 46 passed away suddenly on Thursday September 14, 2017 in St. John’s. Cyndi loved everything about life. A devoted wife and mother. She cherished spending time at home and abroad with both her husband Steve and their two children. She considered Ryan and Erin to be her greatest and proudest achievement. She will be forever missed in her family’s hearts. She was very close to her father, Wayne Urquhart and loved to spend time at the Urquhart home in Grand River, Cape Breton, NS. Also leaving to mourn in Nova Scotia her sister Cathie MacIntosh, brother in law Brian and nephew and niece, Scott and Jessie, and her uncle Hazen “Sonny” Taylor in Dartmouth. She also leaves behind sisters in law Brenda Rose (Sean), Janet Williams (Roger) and Shelly Bugden, nieces Heather and Gina Rose and Amanda Bugden, nephews Justin and Raymond Williams. She had a large and very close circle of friends and cousins. Cyndi was devoted to her profession. She loved being a nurse. She worked at Kings-Edgehill school and Choices in Nova Scotia before moving to St. John’s with Steve, where she worked for Eastern Health for 19 years in the NICU and both the Janeway and HSC OR. Cyndi spent many years playing bagpipes in Port Hawkesbury where she grew up and in Halifax while attending school at the Victoria General Hospital School of Nursing. She also worked with Cadets Canada, as a CIC Officer, a volunteer and as a mother. Above all else her main priority and source of happiness was her family and friends. She was a truly wonderful person with a heart of gold. Cyndi was predeceased by her mother, Florence “Jean” Urquhart, niece Caitlyn Sarah MacIntosh, father in law James Patrick Meaney and brother in law James Francis Meaney. Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Saturday, September 16th, 2017 from 7 -9 pm and Sunday, September 17th, 2017 from 10 am -4pm and 6 -9 pm. Service will be held at St. James United Church, Elizabeth Avenue on Monday, September 18th, 2017 at 11am. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Patricia Delaney

A Teacher, volunteer, world traveller, orator, english scholar, wonderful Mother and friend has left this world a better place. Patricia Marie Delaney (child of the Universe as she often pointed out) was born in Grand Falls in 1930 to May Walsh of Argentia and James Delaney of Placentia. She was a gifted student and talented soprano who graduated Mount St Vincent University before marrying Austin Davis (deceased). They had five much loved children Richard (deceased), Gerry (Felice), Evelyn, Siobhan (Pat Coady) and Renee. She adored her grandchildren Brook, Jake, Delaney, Ryan and Marc who will all miss her dearly. A dedicated lifelong volunteer, she most recently contributed to VOWR and to the Seniors Resource Centre where she taught safety and fraud awareness. She travelled the world and had many great adventures with her best friend Susan Capps. She looked forward to her daily walks around Kenny’s Pond together with Susan and Verna Parsons – the ducks and crows will miss her treats. She loved her nieces and nephews, cousins and family very much and always appreciated their company and their kindness. She enjoyed her life at Kenny’s Pond Residence and had a full social calendar. She will surely find a good game of bridge in heaven. She lived her life to the fullest and often said she was blessed. As were we. Words can not adequately describe the gratitude the family feels for the incredible care, concern and kindness given by the nurses, doctors and therapists in both the ER and 4SB especially Krista and Dr Nedd. There truly are angels amongst us. Resting at Carnell’s Funeral home, 329 Freshwater Road. Visitation on Sunday, September 17th from 7 to 9 pm and Monday, September 18th from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9pm. Mass of Christian Burial to be held at Mary Queen of Peace, Torbay Road at 11 am Tuesday, September 19th. Internment in Grand Falls Windsor on Thursday, September 20th. No flowers by request. Mass cards or donations to your local food bank or charity of ones choice gratefully received.

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Rita Abbott

Passed peacefully away surrounded by her loving family on September 7^th, 2017, Rita Tremblett Abbott, aged 69 years. Predeceased by her parents Pearl and Albert. Leaving with fond and loving memories her daughter Denise (Dean) Saulnier; son Dean (Darlene); only sister Sylvia (Mike) O’Connell; grandchildren Brittany, Kaitlyn, and Hailey; nieces and nephews Laura and Derek, and their children Nathan, Connor, and Stephanie, and Michael and Julie, and their children Molly and Sophie; as well as a large circle of family and friends. Special thanks to Charmaine, Phyllis, Jean, and lifelong friends Barb and Bob for all of their love and support. As per Rita’s request, cremation has taken place. The family will receive visitors on Saturday, September 9^th, 2017 from 2 – 4 p.m and 7 – 9 p.m, and Sunday, September 10^th, 2017 from 2 – 4 p.m, and 7 – 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Monday, September 11^th, 2017 at 2 p.m in the Carnell Memorial Chapel, with inurnment to follow in the Salvation Army Cemetery, Blackmarsh Road. Flowers gratefully accepted, or donations in Rita’s memory may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Foundation.

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Gertrude Louise Miller

Passed peacefully away on September 7th, 2017, Gertrude Louise Miller RN, aged 86. Leaving with fond and loving memories her husband of 64 years, George; children, Robert, David, Bill, and Sarah; 9 grandchildren, as well as a large circle of family and friends. Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road. The family will receive visitors on Wednesday, September 13th, 2017 and Thursday, September 14th, 2017 from 2 – 4 p.m & 7 – 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 15th, 2017 at 1 p.m, in the Carnell Memorial Chapel, with interment to follow in the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road. Flowers gratefully accepted, or donations in Gertrude’s memory may be made to the L. A Miller Centre, or to a charity of one’s choice.

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Hubert Ash

Peacefully passed away at the Health Science Centre on Sunday September 3, 2017 at the age of 91 years. Predeceased by his wife Dorothy and his daughter Sandra, leaving to mourn are his loving children Wayne (Janet) and Dianne Penney, grandchildren Amy, Kristian (Lisa), Krista Thorne (Justin), Michael Burke (Charlene), Chelsea (Thee), Neil and Robyn and their father Darrell Penney: great grandchildren Keeley, Rory, Jayden, Greyson and Riley, sisters June (Don), Olive (late Hayward) and sister-in-law Audrey (late Eldon). Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Wednesday from 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. and 7- 9 pm., Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, September 7, 2017 at 11:00 am from Carnell’s Memorial Chapel. Flowers gratefully accepted or, donations in memory may be made to MS Society.

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Cyril O'Driscoll

Passed peacefully away at St. John’s General Hospital on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017 after a brief and tenacious battle with cancer. He will be dearly missed by a large and loving family: his wife May (Murphy), his brothers Bill, St. John’s and Gerry (Rita), Guelph, his sisters Agnes (Ron) Richard, Gander, Molly O’Driscoll-Croke (late Bill), Toronto, Anne (Len) Woodford, St. John’s and Joan (Doug) Kavanagh, Bauline, brothers-in-law Brian Murphy, Ken Murphy, Corner Brook, Larry (Dianne) Murphy, St. John’s, Ern Murphy, Calgary and sisters- in-law Marg O’Driscoll, Mount Pearl, Lillian Murphy, St. John’s, Winnie (late Ed) Mullaly, St. John’s, Brenda (Jim) Penney, Paradise, Linda (Aiden) Oliver, Gull Island, Sharon (Pat) Humphries, Rothesay, Rita Murphy, Corner Brook, Donna (Greg) Woodworth, Cambridge and Michelle (Rick) Rideout, Corner Brook as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews and many other relatives. Cyril will also be missed by the many friends he made through his study and work in the Earth Sciences field, in his career as a geologist with the Provincial Government and through his affiliations with various Geoscience Organizations. He was also a long-time active member in the St. John’s Curling Club. Cyril was predeceased by his parents Annie-Mae and William (Billy) O’Driscoll, brothers Robert (Bob), Paul and Linus and nephew Peter Croke. Our thanks to the Medical Staff of the Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre and the ICU unit of the General Hospital for their professional and compassionate care. Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd. Visiting hours 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept.5. Funeral Mass from Pius X Church, Smithville Crescent on Wednesday, Sept. 6 at 1:15 p.m. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery on Topsail Road.

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John Wayne Hiscock

Passed peacefully away in the presence of his loving family on September 2, 2017 at Chancellor Park at the age of 82. Predeceased by his loving wife of 51 years, Elizabeth Hiscock and leaving to mourn his children, Linda Carter (Bill), Craig Hiscock (Brenda O’Regan) and Jill Osmond (Jim).  Grandchildren Beth & Chad Carter, Andrew & Stephen Hiscock.  His brothers Ted (Diane) & Jim Hiscock and his many friends and relatives near and far. He was a wonderful father, grandfather and friend. He founded Hiscock Rentals in 1967 which still exists today, 50 years later.  He was a very active member of the St. John’s community through the Rotary Club of St. John’s, The Canadian Cancer Society and Rainbow Riders just to name a few.  He loved his cabin in Manuels and will be truly missed by all who knew him and his wonderful spirit. Special thank you to Dr. Pardy & Dr. Patel, and the very kind and compassionate care from the staff of Chancellor Park.  Visitation to take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home Sunday September 3^rd 2-5 and 7-9pm.  Funeral to be held Monday September 4^th @ 3pm at St. Mark’s Church on Logy Bay Road.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Shriners Hospital for Children or The Canadian Cancer Society.

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Henry Gerard Lee

Passed peacefully away in the presence of his loving family on Saturday, September 2, 2017, Henry (Harry) Lee, Goulds, formally from Riverhead St. Mary’s Bay. Predeceased by his dad Dermot Lee and his brother Vincent. Leaving to mourn with many wonderful memories his devoted wife, Roseina (O’Neill), sons Vincent and Jason, his precious granddaughters Victoria and Geina, mother Elizabeth (Comerford) Lee, four brothers, Derry (Sheila), Gus (Lori), Luke (Lucille) and Eugene (Sandy) and their families as well as good friends and co-workers of NL Housing. Cremation has take place. Visitation will be at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road from 2-9 pm on Wednesday, September 6,2017. Burial services at a later date. A big THANK YOU goes out to the Cancer Clinic and medical staff on 4 North A at the Health Sciences Centre who provided such exceptional care and compassion to both Harry and his family. To the world he was only one but to his family he was our world.

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Marjorie Reid

Passed peacefully away on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Agnus Pratt Care Homes, at the age of 94 years. Predeceased by Husband; Walter Reid of Sunnyside Trinity Bay. Father; J.P. Luscombe, Mother; Clara Luscombe, Brother; Jack Luscombe, Sisters; Agnes Richards and Sylvia Kelsey. Leaving to mourn her son Wally Driscoll and special nephew Chris Kelsey and niece Kimberley (Albert Dunphy), Brother; Bill Luscombe and his wife Vickie. Friend; Lorraine Laite and a number of nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews as well. Thank you to staff of Cambridge Estates and Agnes Pratt care homes. Cremation has taken place a Memorial service will be held on Wednesday August 6,2017 at 11 a.m. from the Carnell memorial Chapel. Interment to follow in the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road. Flowers gratefully accepted or donation may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

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Adonzel English

Passed peacefully away on Friday, September 1, 2017, at the Dr. L.A. Miller Centre Palliative Care Unit, after a long and courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis, Adonzel (Donza) Kate English (nee Joyce) aged 75 years. Predeceased by her parents William and Ruth (Steele) Joyce, sisters Patricia Sowdon, and Judith Kavanagh. Leaving to mourn with loving memories her husband Hubert, son Tony (Sharon), and daughter Ruthanne (Gary). Also grieving her loss are her brother Fred (Sharon), brother in-law John Kavanagh, sister in-law Joan Holloway (Roger), sister in-law Laura English (Detlef Petley), sister in-law Agnes English, sister in-law Helen Benway, brother in-law Richard English (Valerie), cousin Linda Boone (Dave), lifelong friends Sally Lefeuvre and Marion Parsons, close friends Ray Naqvi and Evelyn Baird. Fondly remembered by Kim Horwood, Karen Pepper, Kelly Pike, and their families, as well as a large circle of cherished nieces, nephews, friends, and their families. Special thanks to Debby Kavanagh for her assistance and expertise with Donza’s medical issues, and to the doctors and nurses of the Dr. L.A. Miller Center Palliative Care Unit for the wonderful care and compassion they provided to Donza and her family during this difficult time. Donza will always be remembered as a kind, loving, and compassionate person with a love of family, friends, animals, and the beauty of life. She will be profoundly missed. Cremation has already taken place, a private family interment to celebrate her life will be held at a later date. Donations in her memory can be made to Cochrane Street United Church or Dr. L.A. Miller Center Palliative care unit.