Robert "Leslie" Field
March 22, 1935 to March 5, 2024
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Retired dairy farmer from Torbay Road, passed peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at St. Clare’s Hospital on Tuesday March 5th, 2024.
Predeceased by his loving wife Florence Field and partner Carrie Allen; parents, Valance and Mary (Codner) Field; baby brother, Ronnie Field; brother, Phil Field; brother and life-long business partner, Eric Field; sister, Laura Carter; parents-in-law, Chesley and Rita Summers; sisters-in-law, Francis Field, Bernice King, Yvonne Summers, Jean Summers; brothers-in-law, Ches Dawe, Charles Skanes, Bobbie Summers and June Summers.
Les was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, friend and a proud member of the Royal St. John’s Regatta Hall of Fame (Rowing Category).
Les leaves with fond and loving memories his sons, Rodney and Ricky (Rachel and Michael); sister, Mildred Skanes; sisters-in-law, Doreen (Jack) Tricco and Helen Field; brothers-in-law, Eric Summers and Gus Carter and a large circle of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Special thanks to the vascular unit staff at St. Clare’s Hospital for the care and support provided to Les in his time of need.
Visitation at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, St. John’s on Sunday, March 10th from 7-9pm and Monday, March 11th from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held at St. Thomas’ Church on Tuesday, March 12th at 2pm with burial at Kenmount Road Anglican Cemetery to follow.
Schedule
Visitations
7-9 p.m. on March 10, 2024
2-4 p.m. on March 11, 2024
7-9 p.m. on March 11, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Tuesday March 12th
St. Thomas' Anglican Church
Interment to follow in the Anglican Cemetery at Kenmount Rd.
So sorry to hear a let’s passing , my condolences to the family
Lisa Williams
Mildred, Ricky, Rodney. We were saddened to read that your father and brother has passed away We know very well the kind of beautiful person that he was as echoed by the many expressions of sympathy .We send our deepest condolences and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this this most difficult time. I am not sure of the author of the following quote but we hope it will bring you some comfort in the days ahead “TO LIVE IN THE HEARTS OF THOSE WE LOVE IS NOT TO DIE”. …
It is deep sadness to here of the passing of Les ,my sincere condolences to Lesley’s family, he will be sadly missed by many,R.I.P.
We wish to express our sincere condolences to the Field families. His work has been completed. God gently called him home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you journey through these difficult days.
The Kelly family.
Ricky , Rodney , and families – so very sorry to hear of your dads passing. Deepest sympathy and condolences from Carolyn Stacey and Philip Peckford .
Rick, So sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Thoughts and prayers with you all at this time .
Peter and Shelley Dale
Dear Ric. Thinking of you and your family today as you lay your Dad to rest. I know it is so hard to say good bye to a man you have loved your whole life. You were with you Dad when he needed you the most and I hope you feel a measure of comfort knowing he is now free of pain .Take care Ric.
Sincerely, Gloria ( Stewart)
Rick,
Very sorry to learn of your Dad’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.. Take comfort in your wonderful memories and celebrate him whenever you can.
Dear Mildred,
So sorry to learn of your brother’s passing. May you find comfort in your memories.
When I’m back home I’ll be in touch for a visit.
Much love,
Lynn (Goss) Wade
Dear Rodney and Ricky
I am so sorry for your loss. I have good memories of Uncle Les, he was always full of fun.
Our condolences,
Valerie Field, Craig Stewart, Eleanor & Erin
Rodney, Ricky and the Field family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Les was always a great neighbour. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Henry & Marion Thorne
Dear Ricky and Rodney,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. I have such fond memories of Uncle Les. His smile and laughter were always contagious! I will miss our visits when I come home to Newfoundland.
Condolences,
Andrea Field and family
Rick and family, sincere condolences on your father’s passing. We have fond memories of your dad during Avalon Minor Hockey days.. Les was a soft spoken gentleman respected by all who had the pleasure of meeting him. May he rest in peace. God Bless as you celebrate Les’s life.
Peter & Jeanette Harvey
Langley BC
Rodney, Ricky and Mildred
I am really sorry to hear of Les’s passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Les was a great friend, and teammate over the years and will be missed dearly.
Harold Kelly
Sending most heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences to all the Field family. Les was a very nice and gentle man. He was a very proud farmer and always spoke of the farm. He was a always ready for a good chat and a laugh. Thinking and praying for you at this very sad time. RIP Les
To the Field family our sincere condolences onLes’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sympathy or Frank & Lynn Murray
Rick and family, really sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Thoughts are with you and family at this time.
To Mildred, Ricky and Rodney and all of the family.
Very saddened to hear of Les’s passing. Two years ago he was at Max’s wake because they were great friends. His sense of humor and kind manner will not be forgotten.. Sending you my love and sympathy in your time of loss.
Phyllis Beckett
Dear Mildred, Rodney, and Ricky,
You have my deepest sympathy. Les was a good man. He was funny and very well liked by the whole Cole family. We had been neighbors all of our growing up years on Torbay Road. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Joan (Cole) Holzgrafe
Texas
To Mildred and the Field family,
On behalf of my father Ed Tricco I would like to extend my sincere condolences to you all on Les’s passing. I know Dad considered Les a lifelong friend and shared many stories from their childhood over the years. Dad’s illness will prohibit him from attending the memorial but I know he is with you all in spirit. Take care.
Dear Rodney and Rickey,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Les. There are so many fond memories of life on the Farm. Remember all the good times, the boys are with each other again. It is up to us to make sure the gates are closed.
Love, Ron, Leann & Eric❤️
Dear Millie, thinking of you as you grieve the passing of your much loved brother Les. Happy memories will always keep him close to you. Until you all meet again, may Les’ gentle soul rest in peace and love. HUGS
To the Field family,
So very sorry to hear of Les’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to all.
To Rodney and family, so sorry to hear of your loss, it was an honor to work across the street for almost 40 years. . The early morning chats with your dad and Rodney will always have place in my heart.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
I was saddened to learn that Les has passed. May all his family and friends find comfort in loving memories.
Rodney and family we are so sorry to hear of your fathers passing, our sincere condolences to you all…Ronnie and Jean Coady
Rickey, I am sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a true gentleman and an intricate part of the infamous William Summers crew
that won numerous championships at the Royal St. John’s Regatta. I always enjoyed our chats on Regatta day while watching the races.
God speed, Les.
Mildred and family,
I was so sad to hear that Les passed away. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this most difficult time. We went to school together at Virginia waters. Les was one of my favourite people. Every time I saw him he would always make me laugh. I am very saddened by his passing. May his gentle soul rest in peace. With sincere sympathy.
So sorry for your loss,Les was a good guy, going to miss having a chat with him at the gas station,R.I.P
Rick and family, I’m so very sorry to hear of Mr. Field’s passing. He was a king and gentle man with a great sense of humour.. I always looked forward to seeing him. May he rest in peace.
The Field Family:
Saddened to hear about Les’s passing. My sincere condolences to all his family and friends.
My condolences to the family. Mr. Fields meant so much to me and my boys. I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t think about going next door and not seeing him anymore.
Lucretia, Hunter , Krystian and Quinnton
We are heartbroken to hear of Les’s passing. Our sincerest condolences to you all at this time. Hector & Elaine Williams .
Rodney, Ricky & Mildred
We are so sorry to hear of your dad’s / brother’s passing. The Fields have been friends and neighbours for generations on Torbay Rd. For the past few weeks it has been heart warming to visit and reminisce with your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.