Elaine Williams
November 12, 1948 to October 28, 2024
Obituary
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It is with broken hearts we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Elaine Williams on October 28th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Predeceased by her father and mother; Alfred and Jennie Brinston, as well as her father-in-law and mother-in-law; Chesley and Leah Williams.
Leaving to mourn her devoted and loving husband; Eric, daughters; Tina Walsh (Kevin) of St. John’s and Holly Hircock (Chris) of Ottawa. Grandchildren; Nicholas Walsh (Islay), Noah Walsh (Cy), Adelle Hircock and sister; Jean Best (Ralph).
Elaine was a force of nature – strong and resilient. Her passion for her family, husband, daughters, grandchildren, sister and friends was strong and evident by all who knew her. Teaching came natural to her; her 47 years of teaching spanned from Newfoundland (Pool’s Cove and English Harbour West) to native communities in Northern Ontario, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. She touched the lives of many students in her lifetime… and loved every minute of it.
Many thanks and heartful appreciation to Donna Lee Holden for her compassion and kindness during some of Elaine’s last hours. June and Neil Williams for being our rock and giving us strength. Thank you to the Health Science Centre emergency department doctors Sam Foster, Dr. Rogers, Dr. Stefanelli, Neurology Resident Dr. Jake Levy and nurses. Alicia and Catherine. Much appreciation and gratitude to Dr. Goodridge and Parkinson’s nurses Denise and Jessica for your care and concern over the past couple years.
A celebration of life will take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, with a visitation on Friday November 1st from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Funeral is to take place at Carnell’s Memorial Chapel on November 2nd at 2pm, with a burial to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Society of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on November 1, 2024
7-9 p.m. on November 1, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Saturday November 2nd
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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Inurnment to take place, after the 2pm service.
Burial
3:00pm, Saturday November 2nd
Mount Pleasant Cemetery
Located at 53 Jame's Lane
Dear Eric,,
I went to Elaine’s Facebook page to wish her a Happy Birthday today and I’m so very sad to read about her passing. Bruce and I send you our deepest sympathies and prayers for you and your family. We truly enjoyed our friendship with you both in Florida.
Eric, we are deeply saddened to hear of Elaine’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. When we arrived in Pikangikum, alone and very nervous, it was Elaine and yourself who reached out to welcome us, and made us feel calm. You invited us into your home for dinner and laughs. It is a friendship that will never be forgotten. Elaine was a beautiful, strong, and spirited woman. Her humour kept everyone at ease. The world will be a lesser place without her. She will now take her place with the Angels.
Eric and family
Sorry to hear about Elaine’s passing. We met Eric and Elaine in Pikangikum , we had dinner several times with them and they made us less homesick. They are both lovely people I’m sure she will be greatly missed.
charlotte and Glen Carey Grand Falls Windsor.
My heart is heavy with the news of Elaine’s passing. She was a good friend and we shared many laughs and stories. She will be very much missed. My condolences and love to all the family. You are all in my thoughts🙏❤️
So sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing.I had the privilege of working with Elaine at Fitzgerald Academy in English Harbour West.My condolences to Eric and his family.
Eric and family, So sorry to hear about Elaiine’s passing..
To the Williams and Best families
So sorry for your loss. We offer our sincere condolences to all her family at this very difficult time.
Shirley and Wilbur Hollett
Eric and family. I was shocked to here about Elaine’s passing.. Elaine was a well loved person.. Fly with the angels Elaine.
Tina and family.
Thinking of you at this very difficult time.May your cherished memories give you comfort in the days ahead.
With heart-filled condolences, Wanda and I share in the sadness of Ms. Williams’ passing. Our thoughts are with Eric, Tina, Kevin and family during this difficult time.
Tina, Holly, Eric and family, please accept our sincere condolences at this difficult time. We have very fond memories of “Miss Elaine” who was a devoted teacher to myself and Kurt, and a dear friend to Mom and Dad.. She was such a lovely, kind and friendly soul, and will be dearly missed. .May the memories that you all created as a family over the years give you much comfort in the days ahead.
Eric and family and Jean and family
So very sad to hear of Elaine’s passing. She was a very dear friend, I enjoyed our many chats. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God Bless!
Edwina Giles
Elaine was and still be beautiful will be miss from her family in Florida. Another angle God has she can spread her wings high a loving and spiritual woman she was
Eric & Family
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Elaine
Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time
God Bless 🙏
Aneas & Bernadette Decker
To Eric and Family. So very sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Eric and Family. Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Elaine.. We found Elaine to be a jovial and fun loving person . We fondly remember the weekend we spent with you in Pools Cove .Treasure your memories of her and it will keep you strong in the coming days .Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Rest in peace Elaine
Marg and Gord Hunt
To Eric Tina Holly and family Jean Ralph and family We were sorry to hear of Elaine’s .passing we were glad that we visited with her and Eric this summer. ‘She was a cousin to Joan and myself we had lots of good memories together
Our thought’s and Prayers are with you all
By Linda Bob and Joan
To Jean and family and the Williams’ family. We offer our sincere condolences on the death of Elaine. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely Elizabeth and Bill Thistle
To Tina and family,
Sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Treasure your memories.
Yvonne & Kevin OLeary (Davidge)
To Eric, Tina, Holly, and Family:
Sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing. I knew her for many years when I worked at the school when she was teaching in English Hr. West. She had a smile for everyone, and was a very friendly person. Keep all your memories close to your hearts. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. God bless you all.
Winnie Davidge
Condolences to all the family. Gone to sing with the Angles singing in Gods garden of love.
Resting in the arms of Jesus Dear cousin. Condolences to all her family.
To Eric and Tina & Holly,
Your wife/mother will be greatly missed; may you be comforted by your many memories of her and with her.”
To Eric and family,
So sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing. We remember the times we spent together while we were in Pool’s Cove, happy times for sure. Elaine was a very dedicated teacher. Her concern for her students was special. We just want you to know that the love of Jesus will always be with you as she takes her place in the heavenly realm and receives the peace that will be hers forever.
Blessings on you all as you struggle to adjust to this great loss in your lives.
Take care,
Roberta and Lorne
To Eric, Tina and Holly, Adelle, Nicholas and Noah, her son’s- in- law and Elaine’s dear extended family. Maurice and I send our deepest, sincere sympathy and love to each of you. Even though we couldn’t visit each other in the last couple of years, we talked often on the phone. She was indeed a force to be reckoned with and stood up to ‘right the wrong.’ I know she dearly loved her family, especially Noah, Nicholas and Adelle, who were her pride and joy. We remembered the lovely times we enjoyed together especially with Ed,, Ruby and Helen in Pool’s Cove. She and Eric were the ultimate Hosts. It’s difficult to process that she is no longer with us. I truly enjoyed our friendship and had great respect for her skills as a Special Needs Teacher and her devotion to her students. I pray you are at peace and resting in the arms of our Heavenly Father where sorrow and pain are no more. I love you dear friend, until we meet again on that “Glad Day.’
Maurice and Elizabeth Baker.
Eric & Family, so sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing; we have only known her briefly form recent events of the Parkinson’s Society but were impressed with her spirit and warmth. Mona & Dave Lee
Eric, Tina, Holly and Family’s, so sorry to hear about Elaine’s passing. She was a wonderful woman. Please know that you are in our thoughts at this very difficult time.
Mr. Eric, Tina, Holly and families,
I was very saddened to hear of “Miss” Elaine’s passing. I have so many lovely memories from the first day of kindergarten onwards. Elaine always made everyone feel welcome and had the most beautiful smile. In later years, when I met her, she would always ask about the girls and inquire about their activities and how they were doing. I know your loss is immense, but hopefully, you can find some comfort in knowing so many who share in your loss.
Sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing, thinking of you all & sending my love & hugs.
Eric and family,
Our deepest condolences,
Sorry to hear the sad news
Kevin and Dianne
Eric and family.
So sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing. She was a wonderful person will always remember her kindness and respect for me while I worked at her B&B. Albert remembers her as a fun and adventurous colleague..May your me be a comfort to you at this time
Evelyn and Albert.
To Eric and girls,
So sorry to hear about Elaine’s passing our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Treasure your memories.
Gord and Marie Caines
Eric, Tina and Holly
So sorry to hear about Elaine, my thoughts are with you at this sad time. Some of my favorite memories of Elaine is when she had the Mary Kay parties. All those women sat around the kitchen table doing our makeup, or sometimes our feet and hands. Elaine had the ability to make everyone feel welcome. Treasure your memories and God bless you all.
Sincerely
Patsy Caines
To Eric and family.
So sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing..Thinking of you during this difficult time and praying that God will be your comfort in the days ahead.
Eric, Tina, Holly and family we mourn with you the passing of Elaine whom we’ve known for such a long time. For Eric she was first of all a teaching colleague but we’ve both known and related with her and the family in so many other ways, most recently as we’ve shared time in Shriner’s Park. Your family, especially Tina, has been there when we’ve experienced deaths in our family, always supporting us when we needed it most. The words written in the obituary capture the essence of the kind of person Elaine would be known to many of us who knew her. We offer our prayers and condolences for you all. May the wonderful memories each of you have of her comfort you now and as you go forward. Eric and Marion
Sincere sympathy Eric and family. May your many memories carry you through .
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts go out to all the family during this difficult time. We felt privileged to have known Elaine and was able to spend time with her and Eric in Pool’s Cove and Florida. She will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known her.
Janice and Hugh Davidge
❤️🙏🏼
Eric, Tina, Holly and families.
We are shocked and saddened to hear of Elaine’s passing.. Sending our heartfelt condolences and keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love and hugs to all from Brian and Anna.
Shocked and sad to hear of Elaine’s’ passing. We remember the fun times we shared over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with Eric and family members at this time. May God be your comfort. Love and prayers. Clyde & Flora Thornhill
Condolences to Eric & Family
Sincere condolences to Eric & Family
Eric, Tina, Holly and families: Sincere condolences to you all. Cherish the memories of all your many joyful times together, and don’t forget her unwavering commitment to her family.
Elaine was indeed a force to be reckoned with – strong and resilient. But also a life-force of warmth and kindness touching everyone she met. Elaine was an adventurous person, and always willing to help others. Imagine teaching young people for 49 years, and in four different provinces. What a legacy to her enduring energy and dedication. What an inspiration! Elaine’s spirit will live on in the hearts of those who were blessed to know her, and those who were touched by her friendliness and generosity.
And although we mourn her loss, we find comfort in the lasting impact of her kindness, and the many ways she enriched the lives of others with her friendship and love.
For us, Elaine is a beautiful soul gone too soon. We really enjoyed our times we spent together. We will miss her dearly. When we get to go south again we will raise a “lokamon” (her favorite drink in Curacao) in her honor. RIP our dear friend. Until we meet again.
With sadness and many fond memories we exten sincerest sympathy to you, Eric, and your family. We pray for comfort and peace for you all from the God of all comfort and understanding.
Sending our sincerest condolences to all of her family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Eric and Family, sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tina and family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of Elaine. I know her passing will leave a tremendous hole in your lives. Thinking of you all.
Love Jocelyn
Holly and family. So sorry for your loss. It is never easy losing a loved one especially a mother.
We are thinking of you all, take care Judy, Mark and family
Eric, Tina, Holly & families
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Elaine. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Gerald & Margaret