Helen (Nellie) English nee Dawe
June 15, 1934 to December 8, 2020
Obituary
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our darling Mother, Helen (Nellie) English nee Dawe on December 8, 2020. Predeceased by her husband Patrick (January 3, 2014). Left with fond and loving memories are her daughters Sharon Wall (Dominic), Maureen English-Kenna (Kevin), sons Patrick Jr., Brent (Bruce Manual), Gregory (Kim Skiffington), Barry (Natalie Bedard); three precious grandsons, Jonathan Wall (Melodie), Nicholas English (Cloé St-Gelais), Caleb English; three great-grandsons Kyle and Elias English and Porter Wall. She will also be fondly remembered by her sister Rita Dawe, and special sister-in-law Beth (English) Dreger and her extended Dawe, Murphy and English families, along with lifelong friends.
Helen was born in Kelligrews, CBS on June 15, 1934. She attended St. Edward’s School, upon graduation she went on to complete a commercial secretarial program at the Presentation Convent in St. John’s, shortly after she obtained employment with the first female lawyer in Newfoundland, Louise Saunders Q.C. L.L.B. She met the love of her life, Pat English in 1950 and they were married in September 1955. After raising their six children she returned to the workforce with Services Canada where she worked until her retirement in 1997.
The family extends a heartfelt thank you to all the staff of 1SE Pleasant View Towers who were so loving and caring to her. Please know that each of you are amazing individuals and we will be forever grateful for the quality of care and love you provided to our Mother. We extend a very special thanks and gratitude to Nurse Practitioner Vicky Doyle. A special thank you to Dr. Sutton and Dr. Chaulk for the care you provided to our Mother over the years.
Her life was a living example of love, compassion, empathy and kindness to others, along with her deep faith which carried her throughout life. She remained until her passing a dedicated and loving Mother first and foremost which we are forever grateful to God for the honour of having her as our Mother (Mommy).
Due to COVID-19 there will be no visitation. Funeral mass will be held from Holy Family Parish, 69 St. Thomas Line, Paradise on Friday, December 11 at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow in St. Thomas of Villanova Cemetery, Topsail. Attendance is by invitation only. A celebration of Nellie’s life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
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So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing . Her wit a humor will truly be missed. Having spent time with her you could really see the kind and caring person and loving mother she had always been shining through. Through it all she always had love in her heart and fond memories of her children and family. Please accept my deepest condolences and God bless you all.
Greg, Sharon and The English Family:
We send our sincere condolences to all the English family on the passing of your mom. I remember her well as a beautiful and sweet lady, especially when she came to visit mom with Avon many years ago. May you find comfort in the stories and memories you share of her.
Take Care, Dave and Marie Snow.
Brent and family so sorry for the loss of your beautiful mom ???? she was a beautiful classy lady and was always had a smiling face whenever we met. I worked with her for years and carpooled together , I considered her a good friend ! Always had good laughs and great conversations. She spoke often of her wonderful family and was very proud of each and everyone of you ???? Thinking of you all during this difficult time ????????
Sharon and English Family’s So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing please accept our sincere condolences .
Sharon , Greg , Barry and the English Family’s so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing please accept my sincere condolences during this difficult time .
Sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. I have many fond memories of both Nellie and Pat growing up as they were dear old friends of my parents. They were lovely people always welcomed friends and loved to reminisce about the old times. If they were in the area they often dropped into our place for a visit., a cup of tea and of course a few stories. They loved our old fashioned 2 story house.and Pat even tried to convince us to sell it to him! Lol your mom was a wonderful lady and always looked so grand! Cherish all your wonderful memories you now have your very own Christmas angel. Rest In Peace Nellie
Sharon, Maureen and Family,
So sorry to hear of your Mom passing,
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sharon and Family, we were saddened to hear that your dear mother passed away. She was such a beautiful lady, her smile would light up a room. Treasure your memories. May she rest in peace
Dianne and Leonard Traverse
Brent, Beth and family, so sorry to hear that your mom (Nell) has passed away. Nell was a phenomenon woman, her cup would overflow with kindness , her wit, laughter and smile would shine throughout the workplace and those that she touched. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jeannie Baldwin
Brent and family, we are sorry to hear that your Mom has passed away. We recall your Mother’s smile and her kind manner, she was such a lovely lady. We hope that you will find comfort in all the happy times you shared with her. Kindest regards, Glenn and Elaine.
Greg, Sharon and all family
So sorry to hear of your mothers passing . May the pleasant memories of her help you through this difficult time. I am sure that she was met at the gate by your father. May she RIP and be remembered as the beautiful lady she was.
I was very sorry to hear of Nell’ passing. She was such a kind, happy person. I have many fond memories of her. My deepest sympathy.
Dianne Tilley
Brent, I am so very sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. She was such a pleasant person to work with. Please accept my sincere condolences and deepest sympathy.
Sharon, Maureen, Patrick, Brent, Gregory and Barry, I’m so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I remember her well from the days of the Clearview Drive-in when she would pop in for a visit .She was a wonderful person.
Shawn
My deepest condolences to your beautiful family
Maureen – Sorry of hear the news of your Mom. My thoughts are with you today. Take care. Elinor
Sharon, Dominic, and family,
We am thinking about you and sending love..
Janet and Brenda
My sincere condolences to Rita and the English family at this difficult time.
To Sharon and family .
Sorry to hear of your moms passing , out thoughts and prayer are with your during this difficult time.
Gary and Joan Olford
I only met Mrs English twice through Brent, but was struck by her dignity, style and grace. The last few years were so very hard on her and all her children, but she is now in a place where there is no pain, surrounded by those she loves. God bless and God speed on your next journey Mrs English.
Sharon and family ,
I am so truly saddened to hear of the passing of your precious mother. I remember fondly all of our precious chats when she would come into the salon to have her hair done . She was such a sweet lady and the love she felt for all of you was obvious by the way she spoke of each and every one of you. Please know that I am thinking of you all during this sad time . She is at peace now with your dad for Christmas . “
What we hold in memory is ours forever “
To All The Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the passing of your mother – Nell.. as well as to Rita on the passing of your sister. I have so many pleasant memories of Nell – both at work and family functions. Also many work memories and laughs with Brent and Nell – very treasured moments.
She was always smiling. Our prayers are with you and may she rest in peace. Pat and Des have many fond memories of many family celebrations. I know your many memories will sustain you in the times ahead.
Maureen, so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time and sending my condolences.
Sending my deepest sympathies to the English family. I know you were all very close to your Mom.
Condolence and our deepest sympathy to the English Family on the loss of your mom our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Rest in Peace Nell
Our deepest condolences to you all on the loss of your beloved Nellie. She touched the lives of many people with her vibrant smile and loving, welcoming manner. May you be comforted by the precious memories that you share. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
To Greg, Sharon and siblings. So sorry for your loss.
Sharon (Lawlor) & Wayne Morgan
My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. Hold the wonderful memories of time with your mom close. They will help you get through the difficult days ahead..
To the family so sorry for your loss , the mom is always the hub of a family .
Love to you and your family Sharon. Your mom was loved and cherished by her children. Bless her sweet heart..
Patrick sending Deepest Condolences to you on the passing of your Mom ! May her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.
Sorry on hearing of your mother’s passing. She was a wonderful woman. I will miss her wit and smile. Sending the English family my deepest sympathy.
To the English Family, deepest sympathy on the passing of your mom. We will take solace in her memory. She is now at peace.
Dear family sending My deepest condolences to All of you .Your Mom was a beautiful person who had the happiest smile I remember being teenagers and going to the family house she was always so sweet .
My thoughts are with you at this Sad time of loss.
Charmaine (Duff) Kennedy
Brent and family,
So sorry for your loss. I remember working with your mother. She was such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
So very sorry for your loss your MoM was a beautiful lady . It must be very hard for the family that are away. Again i just wanted to say how very sorry we are .The Sharpe Family and The Carrigan Family.
Greg and family
Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Leo and Tanya Sears
Brent and Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother.. These are difficult times for everyone but made even worse when friends and family can’t be together or get together to console the families when we lose a loved one. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brent, I am very sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. I have pleasant memories of her lovely smile. My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Rosemary Norris
Sharon,Dominic and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Denise and Allan English
Sharon so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom, keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Greg, Sharon, Dominic and Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Greg so sorry to hear about your mother deepest sympathy to you all and may she RIP.
Brent , Bruce and your ( English) Family !
I am genuinely sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Please accept my condolences and may prayers help comfort you.
There is no one in this world like your Mother. She was an exceptional woman and she will be with you forever.
Although you can’t see your Mom, she will always be at our side. and her memory will live on permanently.
My most heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
To Sharon ,Dominic , family , friends my deepest sympathy to you all.
As she rests in peace knowing she will eternally be loved and cherished
Blessed be her soul . The doors to paridise are open for her am sure .
Condolences to all the family.. I remember. visiting Nell with the Murphys when I. was a little girl.. She was always warm and welcoming.. May she rest in peace..
Sincere sympathy.
Connie (Barnes) Winter
Sharon, Maureen, and English family,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful Mom. She was such a nice lady. Always smiling and so proud of her children. Another great lady who has left this world.
I don’t think you ever get over losing your Mother. You just tuck her away in a little place in your heart and carry her forever.
Please accept our condolences.
Jean Ann, Teddy and all of the Sharpe family
So very sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort in the days to come .
Jim and Dawn Haines
Brent, Sharon and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your Mom. I worked with Helen for a few years and it was a real pleasure. She certainly knew how to bring fun and laughter into your day. Hold tight to you memories as they will help you through the days ahead. Sincere condolences.
Thinking of you all at this sad time! She surely was a lovely person and a wonderful Mother. Treasure precious memories!
My sincere condolences go out to all the family. Nellie was a true friend to me in our younger days. God bless her family, and may she Rest In Peace.
Brent and Beth,
My heart breaks having read the news of Helen’s passing. She would laugh when I affectionately called her “Mom” at work. I had a couple of people in the workplace I held with such high quality as to refer to them as “Mom”. In fact, when I’d meet her out shopping, after she retired, she enjoyed hearing me still refer to her “mom”. Brent I hope you know how much I loved your mom. (Therese)
Paul and I offer our sincere condolences for your loss. Treasure your precious memories of your dear mom, I know there must be many.
It is unfortunate that due to Covid 19 that we are unable to pay our respects in person. Virtual Hugs!
God’s Blessing!
It is so hard to say goodbye to someone who was such a huge piece of your life. Nellie was the last of my “other Mothers” and the time and memories are priceless. She had a heart of gold, an infectious laugh and the strength that comes from an unwavering faith. Love to you all, my “sisters and brothers”. She will be forever in your hearts but now she can rest in peace…
Maureen,Sharon and Families……….Sending our condolences on the passing of your mother.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you , may she Rest In Peace.
Love and hugs to all the family. You were blessed to have such beautiful lady in your lives.. Rest Safe in the Arms of God
My heart goes out to all of you. God bless her heart. May she Rest In Peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Joanie, Darren, Marcus and Sophia
So sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our in our hearts at this difficult time. From Bernadette and family..
To one and all…..a beautiful tribute to a beautiful woman, who I considered a second Mom and a kind and thoughtful friend. She will be missed, but not forgotten. Love you….
To Brent, Rita and family members,
So sorry to just read about Helen’s passing. Our deepest
condolences to you and your families.
With sincere sympathy from Flora and Gary Hollett
Our deepest condolences to the family of Nell on her passing. I know she will be sadly missed. She was a loving friend, and sister-in-law to my Mom Eileen English, and I’m sure Mom will miss her visits and laughter around the table. God Bless and Rest in Peace Nell.