Archives: Obituaries
Patricia Anne Curtis (née Sutton)
July 9, 1943 to May 16, 2026
Passed peacefully away in the presence of her loving family on May 16, 2026, at Pleasant View Towers in St. John’s, Patricia Anne Curtis (née Sutton) of Trepassey. Leaving to mourn her daughters, Cheryl (Gerard Lee) and Crystal (Tony Scott); her cherished grandchildren, whom she adored, Alana and Bryan; her sisters, Mary Sutton, Eleanor O’Neill (Gord), Delores […]
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George Charles Kearley
March 5, 1948 to May 9, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of George Kearley (formerly of Bell Island) at the age of 78, who passed away peacefully at the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s, surrounded by his loving family, after a prolonged illness. Predeceased by his parents George and Anne Kearley and brother Wayne. Leaving […]
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Lan Hong (née Fong)
March 29, 1937 to May 9, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Lan Hong (née Fong) at the Health Sciences Centre on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the age of 89 years. Born on March 29, 1937, in Haiping, China, Lan lived a life defined by resilience, devotion, and quiet strength. She was predeceased by […]
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Hubert Wayne Ash
June 30, 1951 to May 10, 2026
Hubert Wayne Ash 1951-2026 It is with extremely heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Hubert Wayne Ash P.Eng. Sunday, May 10, 2026. Wayne passed peacefully after a short illness at the age of 74. He was surrounded by those who loved him most, including his devoted wife Janet and sister Dianne, who have […]
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Eva Loretta Chafe (nee Stanley)
July 27, 1954 to May 9, 2026
It is with broken hearts and profound sadness that we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of our beloved wife, mother and grandmother Eva Chafe, aged 71 years. Predeceased by her parents Harry and Mildred Stanley, Father and Mother-in-law, Norman and Mary Chafe, her sister and best friend Mary Lou, brothers Allan, and Tolson, brothers-in-law […]
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Joyce Andrews (née Stevens)
April 24, 1942 to May 7, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joyce Andrews (née Stevens) at the Palliative Care Unit, Dr. Leonard A. Miller Centre, on Thursday May 7, 2026. Born in North River on April 24, 1942, Joyce was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Ida Stevens; her brothers, Charlie (Florie) and Lloyd; and […]
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Rose Marie Mercer (“Rosie”)
December 8, 1944 to May 5, 2026
Rose passed away, having reached the age of 81, at Glenbrook Lodge in St. John’s where she had been residing since December 2025. Having previously lived at Alderwood Retirement Home in Witless Bay from Sept to Nov 2025. The family extends their sincere thanks to the staff of the Alderwood Retirement Home and Glenbrook Lodge […]
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James “Jim” Hubert Puddicombe
November 2, 1941 to May 4, 2026
For those unable to attend the service, please click HERE to view the livestream. James “Jim” Puddicombe passed peacefully away on May 4th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a life well lived. Jim spent many years working as an auto-body technician, and enjoyed a quiet retirement filled with many visits from his […]
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Wilson Duffett
July 28, 1936 to April 30, 2026
Wilson Duffett passed away peacefully at the Health Sciences Centre on April 30, 2026 at the age of 89, surrounded by his family. Wilson will be deeply missed by his spouse, Irene (née Randell), who shared many years of love and companionship together. He is survived by his children Cindy (Craig), Andrew (Lynn), and Carolyn […]
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Deborah Annette Durnford (nee White)
January 25, 1953 to May 3, 2026
Deborah (Debby) Durnford (née White) January 25, 1953 – May 3, 2026 She lived simply, loved fiercely, and gave without keeping score. Lovingly remembered by cherished daughter Jennifer Langmead (Blair – Callie and Josh). Brothers Butch and Roger, sister Diane, brother in-law Joe Durnford (Mary) and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins of the White, Simpson […]
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