Elsie Eileen Lacey (Ivey)
July 8, 1932 to January 4, 2023
Obituary
Elsie Lacey, at the age of 90, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on
Wednesday, January 4th, 2023.
Predeceased by her husband of 71 years, Henry (Harry) Lacey – December 2021; her
son, Dr. David Lacey – June 2021; sons-in-law David Bondurant, Patrick Lee and Francis
Dunne; parents Alfred and Caroline Ivey; siblings Mary, Marguerite, Florence, Evelyn,
Jean, Fred, Mervil, Alfred and Douglas.
Leaving to mourn with heavy hearts her children Linda Lee (Patrick – deceased); Elizabeth
Bondurant (David – deceased); Steve (Yvonne); Debbie (Rick); Christine (Terry); Glenn
(Glenda), Doug (Angela); and daughter-in-law Janine. Also leaving to mourn her 18
grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild.
As a child, Elsie lived in downtown St. John’s but treasured time spent at her mother’s
summer home in Manuels. Never one to shy away from the challenges life presented
her with, she constantly maintained a zest for life. She always had an open heart and
home as she lovingly cared for numerous children throughout the years.
Elsie’s greatest joy was being a “mom” to her eight children and ‘’nan” to her many
grandchildren and was happiest when the family gathered together to sing and dance. She
had a beautiful voice and often recounted how she sang on the radio at the age of 11. She
was the ultimate hostess. The teapot was always on, fresh tea buns on the table, memories
shared and quite often we left with a little something extra.
Visitation will take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home at 329 Freshwater Rd. on Sunday,
January 8th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm and 7:00 – 9:00 pm. The funeral service will be held at
Carnell’s Chapel on Monday, January 9th at 2:00 pm. Inurnment to follow at Forest Road
Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Team Broken Earth for the
Dr. David Lacey Memorial Scholarship. Donations may be made at www.brokenearth.ca.
“A mother’s love is a blessing.”
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Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on January 8, 2023
7-9 p.m. on January 8, 2023
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Monday January 9th
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Glenn & Lacey Family,
So very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Wishing you comfort in the days ahead and may your many memories of a long life lived bring you peace.
Thinking of you,
Sandra & Wayne Pye
Dear Steve.
I was sorry to read that your mom has passed away. I extend my sincere condolence to you on your loss.
Vi
Condolences to Steve and the Lacey family. SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR MOMS PASSING .THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AS YOU GO THROUGH A DIFFICULT TIME.May she rest in peace as she enters her heavenly home.
Glenn, Doug and Lacey family….
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing…few neighbors become friends, and stay in our memories as your family…know my thoughts and that of my family are with yours.
Geoff Merils
To all family members of this beautiful lady, we offer our deepest sympathies. She and Harry are once again reunited in their well deserved eternities. The ultimate happiness. Hold each other tight and RIP
Cousin Theresa Stokes (nee Fleming)
Christine we are so sorry for the loss of your mother prayers for you and your family .
To Kieran and the Lacey family:
I’m so sorry to hear of Mrs. Lacey’s passing. I am a radiology resident with Kieran and was fortunate enough to be entertained with a few stories of Mrs. Lacey during the wee hours of the night earlier this fall while we were waiting for scans to come through while on call together. A very special lady indeed. Some of your vivaciousness has certainly passed on to Kieran and will live on in him and many of your other grandchildren…of this I have no doubt :).
Thinking of you all.
Hugs,
Melissa Walsh
All the Lacey’s.
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your mom and the greatest tea maker ever!! Trudy and I are away and unable to attend. Our thoughts and prayers arre with you.
Brian & Trudy Murphy
Condolences to the Lacey family on the passing of your Mother
Linda, Steve & Lacey Family,
My condolences on the passing of your Mom, she was a lovely person. I remember visiting her house on Pennywell Rd years ago, myself ,Linda & Elsie would be in the kitchen haveing a grand laugh ,while all the men played cards in the dining room, she was lots of fun.. .You’re so fortunate to have had her for so long..
Sarah and I send our condolences to the Mike and the family.
Linda and all the family please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your mother, may she rest in peace
Linda & Family, we send along our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear mom. May she now rest in eternal peace.
Linda,
So sorry to read of your Mother’s passing. No matter the age, it’s still difficult to say goodbye to a loved one. You often spoke so kindly of your Mom when we were having a chat. May precious memories warm your heart and lead you through the days ahead.
Blessings to all the family.
Debby Durnford
Glenn and family.
I am so sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. Her long life was a gift to you, leaving you with a treasure trove of memories to brighten your days when your sorrow lifts. I will be thinking of you in the days ahead. Sincere condolences.
Linda Harnett
Linda and Family,
So sorry to hear of your mother Elsie’s passing. She was a lovely and kind lady who will be deeply missed.
We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Lorraine and Dick
christine – so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing you have been her rock for almost two years – all your avalon dragons share in your sorrow. our prayers are with you
velda tizzard and family
Steve, Linda & Lacey Family:
Our Sincerest Condolences on the passing of your beloved mother Elsie. May she have eternal peace and reunited with your Dad Harry.
Sincerely.
Keith & Anne Peddle
Deepest Sympathy to all the Lacey Family at this difficult
time. God Bless
Glenn, Glenda and Lacey Family:
So very sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful mom. May all of your treasured memories give you comfort in the days ahead. Our sincere condolences.
Jim & Janice
Linda and Family.
We are so sorry to hear of your Mom/Grandmother’s passing.. Our deepest condolences.
Thoughts and prayers.
Linda and family,
So sorry to hear of your Moms passing…..a wonderful strong woman that she was….now May she rest in peace.
Rest in heavenly peace Elsie.
Linda and family,
So sorry to hear of your Moms passing…..a wonderful strong woman that she was….now May she rest in peace.
Rest in heavenly peace Elsie.
Linda and family
We were saddened to hear of your moms passing. May a lifetime of memories bring comfort in the days ahead. Your mom lived a wonderful life and enjoyed her family to the fullest..she is at peace now with her beloved Harry.🦋
George,Cathy and Alex Joyce.
My condolences to the Lacey family on the loss of your mother, may she rest in peace.
To the Lacey Family:
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She will be sadly missed by her loving family but so welcomed into eternal life by her loving husband Harry who adored her beyond words. I was just a young girl when Harry took Elsie to Torbay to introduce her to his Uncle Eddie, my dad. All I can remember is I thought she was the most beautiful woman I had ever seen off the screen! They married, had a wonderful family, and there is no happier man in heaven today than Harry to be reunited with Elsie, the love of his life. Deepest condolences to the Lacey family on the loss of their mother and grandmother.
Kay (FLeming) Sorensen & husband Axel
Yvonne, Steve and Family and the Lacey Family.
So sorry to hear of your moms passing., no matter the age it is so hard to let our Parents go.
Our prayers are with you all.
Sorry for your loss of your wonderful mother
Janine and all of David’s family, so sorry to read of Dave’s Moms passing. Condolences to you all. Thinking of you all.
Our deepest condolences to the family Elsie was a lovely sweet lady who always had a kind word for everyone. She was such a soft spoken lady who always welcomed anyone with a smile . She will be sadly missed. Billl , Mary(Mame) Kimmy
Steve and family,
So sorry for the loss of your Mom. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family as you celebrate the life of your mother.
Margo Hand
Steve, Yvonne, Linda and all of the Lacey Family. So very sorry to hear of your Moms passing. She sounds like a wonderful Mom/Lady. We shall be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. RIP
I am so sorry to hear the passing of Mrs Lacey my condolences to the family