Roland Isaac Avery
September 15, 1938 to September 10, 2024
Obituary
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It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roland Isaac Avery. Roland passed away on September 10 after a courageous battle with cancer. He faced this challenge as he did with every other challenge in life, head on and with no complaints.
He was predeceased by his daughter Leanne and his parents Ernest and Mabel Avery.
Roland is survived by his wife of 62 years, Beverley, his son Brent (Lori); daughter Jane (Brad); loving grandchildren Lauren, Beth, Sarah, Emily, Matthew, Amanda, and Nolan; brothers Duncan (Valerie), Bert (Shirley); sister Sylvia Snelgrove, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Roland, known to his family and friends as Rollie, was born on September 15, 1938, in Old Perlican NL. He grew up in Grates Cove where he left at the age of 15 to attend Memorial University and later graduated from Nova Scotia Tech with an Engineering degree at the age of 20.
In 1960, Rollie moved to Montreal for employment, and it is there he met the love of his life. Rollie and Beverley moved back to St. John’s in 1963 where they began their wonderful life together and raised their 3 children.
In 1993 Rollie retired and they set up their second residence in Bradenton, Florida. He was fortunate enough to spend his summers golfing with the fearless foursome (Lloyd Cooke, Reg Whitten, Scott Mercer) which started at Bally Haly in 1975. They continued their golfing in the winters as they brought their talents or lack there of to Peridia Country Club. His love of golf carried over onto his residence on Ottawa Street as his lawn rivalled the greens at Bally Haly. His meticulous attention to detail could be displayed by the shine on his car. His passion for the stock market and politics kept him occupied for most of his retired years.
Most of all Rollie was a devoted husband, a proud father, and loving grandfather. He cherished his family and supported them in every aspect of their lives. He lived by example and shared his values of kindness, generosity, commitment, and acceptance. Rollie leaves behind many families and friends who were honoured to know him and blessed to be loved by him. Our memories will forever warm our hearts and we will try our best to live by his age-old adage “a still tongue is a wise head” and “you can catch more bees with honey, than vinegar”.
Our family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Peter Sceviour, Dr. Susan Macdonald, and the nurses and staff of the palliative care unit at the Miller Centre for their care and compassion during his illness.
Please join us to celebrate Rollies wonderful life. Visitation will take place at Carnell’s Funeral home from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday September 15th. Funeral service to be held at the Carnell Memorial Chapel Monday, September 16th at 11 am, with an inurnment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
In keeping with Rollies generous nature, donations accepted with gratitude to Food Sharing association and the Canadian cancer society.
“That man is a success-who has lived well, laughed often, and loved much, who has gained the respect of intelligent men and the love of children, who has filled his niche, and accomplished his task. Who leaves the world better than he found it, who has never lacked appreciation of earths beauty or failed to express it, who looked for the best in others and gave the best he had.”
-Unknown
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on September 15, 2024
7-9 p.m. on September 15, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Monday September 16th
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Inurnment to follow at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
to Bev and family
so sorry to hear of Rollie,’s passing. I remember many happy times spent in your and Rollie’s companyway back when.
Cherish all your memories!
Judy Redfern
To Bev and family
very sorry to hear of Rollie,s passing. I remember many happy times spent in your and his company many years ago. Cherish the memories.
Judy Redfern
Duncan, Valerie and the Avery Family,
Sincere condolences on the passing of Roland. Just saw his obituary in today’s paper. Only met Roland a few times but he was a very nice person.. May he rest in peace.
Carl and Betty Yetman
To the Avery family. My deepest condolence on the passing of Mr. Avery. I have fond memories of many times at the house on Ottawa street. Your Dad was always very kind to me.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Roland .
To Brent and family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. While I never met him, he and my dad were great buddies and he had the utmost respect for him. I hope your memories of him bring you comfort at this difficult time.
To the Avery family. My deepest condolences to Bev , Brent and the entire family. This world has lost a terrific man. I met Rollie at the gym. I enjoyed his stories and his traded barbs with the trio that made up his golf foursome. I hope all the memories he left you with will bring comfort … Ron Wilson
Brent and Family.
We are so sorry to hear about your father’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you all, we hope you cherish the memories and that they provide lasting comfort. May he rest in peace.
Neil and Janna Cleary
Brent & Family,
Truly saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing. Our deepest sympathies.
Warmly,
Paul & Renee Antle
To the Avery family, Sending our deepest condolences and strength during this difficult time of loss. I pray your memories will give you some comfort and peace.. Jodi Whitten Sutton and family
Sending your family heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. May your precious memories offer much comfort.
With sincere sympathies,
Jana (Winsor) Sullivan and family
To the Avery Family,
I did not know Roland personally. His parents visited us in Gambo on June 5, 1971. His mom spoke proudly of her family,
I recall an incident at the old MUN campus on Parade Street in the late 1950s. Roland had a sleek little sports car. During the night his engineering buddies somehow placed it in the adjacent annex building. The next morning it was on display in the showroom. Roland got a great laugh from the prank. Sincere condolences.
Bev and family, We were saddened to learn of Rollie’s passing. Our sincere condolences to you all .
Jane, Brent, Mrs. Avery and family,
So sorry for the loss of your beautiful father, husband and grandfather. The obituary was very telling of the kind of man he truly was ♥️ You were all so very blessed to have such a wonderful person in your lives for so very long. I pray for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Love Colleen, Jim and family
To Bev and Family,
My deepest condolences on Rollie’s passing.
I feel very fortunate that we have had this beautiful friendship since our teens in Montreal.
Thinking of you and your family at this time.
With deep affection,
Ronald Vincelli, Montréal, Québec
Brent and family, Sending our sincerest condolences to your family on the passing of your dad. 🙏
Bev , Brent, Jane and family
Sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories.
To Avery Family
Sorry to hear of Rollies passing we offer our deepest condolences to the family at this most difficult time
Jane and family,
Condolences on your loss,,
Thinking of you all
Heather Daly
Bev, Brent, Jane, and Grandchildren
Glenda and I are so sorry to hear of Roland’s passing. I have looked up to Roland my whole life with respect and admiration, someone I have tried to emulate in strength of character. I know he will be deeply missed by your family but has left such fond memories to treasure. Although I am not able to attend the visitation, I want you to know you are all very much in my thoughts. Our sincere condolences.
Mrs Avery, Jane, Brent & Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Mr. Avery’s passing. He was such a sweet and loving father & grandfather. We are thinking of you all during this time. We hope that you can cherish the memories you made together as a wonderful family.
Mrs. Avery and family,
His smile followed by a little laugh, that’s what comes to mind when I think about Mr. Avery. Thinking about him makes me smile. You know those people whom you look up to, Mr Avery was that for me. Big hugs to you all.
Bev, so sorry to hear the news that Rollie had passed.
I knew from Jean, that he had been ill for some time.
Cherish the memories, of your long and happy life together.
May he rest in peace.
The Avery Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Mr.Avery’s passing. May all your wonderful memories comfort you in the days ahead. My condolences to all the family,
Roma Quinton
Jane, Brent and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Please take care of yourselves and treasure the lifetime of memories.
Our thoughs are with you all. Deepest Sympathy.
Nancy and Wade Clarke
My deepest condolences to Bev, Jane and Brent on the passing of Rolly. I’ve had some great chats with Rolly over the year, whether it be taxes, stocks, politics or hockey. He was a true gentleman that was deeply proud of his family. I spoke numerous times to him over the last month. I always walked away with a smile on my face. He bravely faced his illness and was constantly thinking of the people he would leave behind and how he could make it easiest on them. I am saddened by his passing, but will always remember our chats. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he rest in peace.
To all of Roland’s family… Sending you my sincere sympathy in your time of loss and sorrow. In the days ahead your family memories and love will help you in your most difficult days.
Phyllis (Goobie) Beckett
Duncan & Val…Our sincerest condolences on the passing of your brother. May happy memories help you thru this difficult time.
Judy & Paul James, London, Ontario.
My deepest condolences. I worked at J C Pratt with Mr Avery, he was a true gentleman.
To Beverly and family:
Ray and I were so sorry to hear of Rollie’s passing.
We have known Rollie from the time he was working for the Foundation Company here in Montreal and just after he met Bev. I remember their wedding . We always enjoyed meeting up again when they travelled to Montreal. from time to time. He was a great guy and family man who was so proud of his family. Our heartfelt condolences at this sad time.
Ray and Kaye Banham.
Brent, I’m thinking of you and your family right now. May the memory of your father always be a blessing to you and those who loved him.
Jane, Brent and Mrs. Avery,
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your Father and husband. He was always such a sweet man (who called me ‘Blondie’ since I was a kid) and we shared many great family times over the years. He will be truly missed. Take comfort in all who knew and loved him and shared so many wonderful memories near and far. With sincere sympathy, JIll & Jim Osmond
Bev and family ,
So sorry to hear of Rollies passing Daphne and I spent so many happy times with you both over many years .He was a wonderful friend , He will be missed. My deepest sympathy to you and family.
Bill Winsor
Bev & Family..,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Rollie.We were neighbours on Ottawa St for many years. And when walking by always had a chat..We would also see him at many social gatherings with mutual friends.He was a wonderful man,. Loved and respected by all.
Our deepest sympathy to you all
Jean & Ken Ellis.
My sincere sympathy.
Rex Gibbons
To Bev and family. I am so sorry to hear of Rollie’s passing. May you take comfort in your wonderful lifelong memories.
Sincerely
Linda Janes
Bert, Sylvia and the Avery families please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of a dear brother father and grandfather. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers 🙏
To Duncan and all the family,
I am sorry to hear of Rollie passing.
Please accept my condolences.
Beaton Sheppard
MY SYMPATHY TO BEV/ BRENT AND FAMILY. THERE ARE SO MANY HAPPY MEMORIES OF OUR PAST ON THE CORNER OF OTTAWA AND PARLIAMENT.. AND THERE WAS THE GOLF AT BALLY HALLY. WE EVEN HAD A COUPLE OF GAMES IN FLORIDA.
A GREAT GUY IN SO MANY WAYS
SINCERELY.
s
Mrs. Avery, Brent, Jane and families, and Leanne’s family, we are so sorry for your loss. Mr. Avery was a wonderful neighbour of my mother Joan, and father, Cliff, for many years on Ottawa street. There were many good times together, in St. John’s and in Florida. My mother appreciated the support mr. Avery gave her after my father left. Hoping your memories are some comfort. Kathy and Joan penney
Duncan and Valerie
Sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. You held him in high regard and that means a lot for family. Condolences to all.
Our thoughts are with Jane and Brent. I hope the extraordinary life that you had with your dad, which is clearly present in the smile that radiates from both of you, gives you comfort at this time. Trevor & the Bozeman Adey Family
Sylvia, Bert ,Shirley and family,
Deepest sympathy on the death of your brother.
May your memories comfort you .
Brent and family, our sincerest condolences to your family on the passing of your dad. May he rest peacefully.
Brent and family, our condolences on your dad’s passing. He was a good man I worked for him at J.C. Pratt many years ago. Sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace 🙏.
Bert, Shirley and Avery Family;
Marion and I extend our deepest condolences on the passing of Roland. We are thinking of you in this difficult time and we will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Bert, very sorry to hear the news of Rollie’s passing. Condolences to all the Avery family.
Kevin and Dianne Butt
To Beverley & family: I’m so sorry to learn of Rollie’s passing. My sincere condolences to you & your family & friends. The loss must be unbearable for you all. Although I’m unable to attend the visitation or funeral, my thoughts will be with you at this time. I’m hoping to join the service on line.
It seems that you have many memories. Those memories will keep our loved ones alive in our hearts forever. 🤗🤗
My sincere and heartfelt condolences to you all and your dear families.
Bev,Brent,Jane,Sylvia,Bert and Duncan
We are saddened to hear of Rollies death .
But may it comfort all of you a little, to know that we care about the sorrow you feel and that we are thinking about you at this sad time.
Bengenia and Derrick
Jane and Brad and all the Avery family,
My sincere condolences of the passing of your Dad’s passing . I only met him once standing up next to me in the wee hours at Holy Heart trying to buy Jimmy Buffett tickets. In those few hours and talking to him I knew I had met a fine and caring gentleman.. The conversation on many topics pass those hours. They became better when I realized and told him I knew Brad and you.in business ventures. He bragged immensely of you and Brad. I said we Dads have and allowed to do that. We even stand up for hours to get tickets for them. Again it was a pleasure to meet and have a great conversation with him. Keep the memories of him in the following days and forever. RIP Rollie. It was a pleasure.
Jane, Brad and all the Avery family,
So very sorry to read of your Dad’s passing. He certainly fought long and hard in his battle. We will be out of the province as of tomorrow, but please know we will be thinking about you as you gather to celebrate your Dad’s life.
Irving and Karen
Mrs Avery, Brent and Jane, so much of my childhood connects back to the Avery’s – many holiday dinners, birthday parties, road trips and Florida vacations were spent together. All wonderful memories! It has been an incredibly challenging past few years for your family and you all handled it with such grace. I had the chance to visit with Mr Avery when I was home last month and I am so glad I was able to see him and give him a big hug. Thinking of you all and wish I could be closer to offer support. To the whole Avery family my sincerest condolences.
sorry for your loss
Bev and Family:
I’m so sorry for your loss. Sharing in your sadness and thinking of all of the family during this difficult time. Bev, grief is a journey; but remember your card club friends are here for you. Take care.
CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY. .ESPECIALLY MY NEIGHBORS BERT AND SHIRLEY
Brent –Duncan –Bert and extended family of Rollie
Sorry to see that Rollie has made his exit from the stage of life –
His was a life –well lived in many aspects
–he was a leader in business and made a significant contribution to the Province in his day and generation –
More that that he was a genuinely fine person –had many friends and was the backbone of his family .
He is now at rest and may that rest be in peace
Sincere condolences to all who mourn his passing
He will live on in the hearts and minds of those whom he met on the road of his life –
Godspeed Rollie
Brent and families
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad, Rollie.
Many fond memories from our days at Bally Haly.
Your family is in our hearts and thoughts.
God bless
Duncan, very sorry to hear the passing of your brother..
Dave Dewling
Sincere condolences to all of Roland Avery’s
family.
Dave & Sylvia Hudson
Dear Jane and Brent, My condolences to you and your families on the loss of your dad. I hope your memories bring you comfort in the times ahead. You are in my thoughts. Take care, Susan
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and many friends of Mr. Avery. He will be remembered well as a such a nice gentleman who always had a smile and a few friendly words. We know that family, friends and faith will see everyone through this sad time and bring focus on such a kind man. God bless Mr. Avery.
Brent and family,
Condolences on your loss. So many memories to share.
Of course, it was through Bally Haly that I came to know your dad, he has left many saddened by his passing..
Brent , so very sorry to learn of Rollie’s passing , Deepest condolence to you and your family.
The Avery Family,
My condolences to all of you. It is so difficult to lose a loved one but I hope you find some happiness in the memories.
Daria O’Reilly
Bev and family, Chris and I send our heartfelt condolences. Rollie was always the best to be around and we loved seeing him and spending time in Florida as well as here at home. He will be dearly missed.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
May he rest in peace and may his memories forever be a blessing
Brent, sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. My condolences to you and your family.
Please accept our most sincere condolences at ‘Rollie’s’ passing.
‘You can shed tears that he is gone,
Or you can smile because he lived,
You can close your eyes & pray that he will come back,
Or you can open your eyes & see all that he has left.’
Condolences to all the family Joan Moulton
To Beverley and all her family. Bert , Duncan , Sylvia and families I am so sorry for your loss.. so difficult to lose a loved one but your special memories will be with you for eternity. Thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
Dear Bev, Jane , Brent and families, we are so sad to hear of Rollie’s passing, he was such a lovely man and we were so happy to get to know you both through Leanne and Teishas friendship. May the wonderful memories you have get you through this very hard time. Sincerely, Don and Penny Youden.
Beverley and Family Thinking of you at this sad time.
Cherish your many memories they will bring a smile and give you comfort and peace
The Avery Family So sorry to hear of Rollies passing .Thinking of you all at this sad time .
Brent and Lori, I am sorry for your loss. Deepest condolence to you and your family.
Jane, Brent, Mrs Avery and family,
I am tremendously sorry for your loss and the pain your family has had to bear over the last few years.
The Avery homes, from Grates Cove to St. John’s, were places of love, laughter, warmth and kindness and I feel very grateful to have been welcomed into the embrace of such a strong and thoughtful family, over several generations.
My love to you all,
Beep Ayre Casey xo
Beverley, please accept our fond remembrance of Rollie and you, during happy Montreal years. Our thoughts are with you and the family.
Deepest condolences to the Avery family. I worked with Roland at J.C. Pratt. He was a lovely man & true gentleman. My prayers & thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Thinking of you all May your lifetime of wonderful memories give you peace
So very sorry to learn of Rollie’s passing. Please accept our sincerest condolences.
Jane (nee Oliver) & Paolo Delbene
London, UK
Thinking of you all… love and prayers
Erna, Craig, Avery, & Nathan
On behalf of the Avalon Junior Celtics organization we wish to pass our sincere condolences to the Avery family, We are thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Bev,and family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy at this very sad time.May your wonderful memories sustain you.
Brenda Cooper
Hi Brent, wanted to reach out and pass along my sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. I Remember your dad well and being a big part of your hockey life, especially when you played with Avalon Minor. Cherish all the wonderful memories of your Dad, as they will help you and your family through your time of sorrow.
Bob Kirby
Deepest condolences to the Avery family. You are all in my thought at this difficult time.