Shirley Claire Rose (Gosse) (nee Dawe)
September 12, 1927 to July 11, 2024
Obituary
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Mom passed peacefully away on July 11, 2024. She was predeceased by our Dad, Calvin Gosse in 1978 and her second husband Thomas Rose in 2000. She was also predeceased by her infant grandson David in 1983; great granddaughter “Miss” Quinn in 2016 and her son David in 2022.
Leaving to celebrate her life are her daughters, Karen (Irving Mercer), St. John’s, and Pamela (John MacDonald), Chester, Nova Scotia and her sister, May Myers, St. John’s.
She was “Bran” to 6 grandchildren and all their friends as well as 5 great grand children. Melissa, (Dean), Charlie and Joel Seymour; Andrea Gosse, (Graham) and Adeline Lynch; Robert Mercer; Andrew Mercer (Tony); Beth, (Russell), Georgia and Henry Carroll and Claire MacDonald (Aaron). Also leaving to celebrate her life is her long-time friend, Ellen Dawe, and her special nieces Jan, Val (her girl) and Patti Pike.
A sincere thank you to her long-time caregiver Margaret Mahon and all the staff on the 5th floor at Tiffany Village, especially Jennifer, Darlene and Angie. The family would also like to acknowledge the end-of-life care provided by Dr. Penton, Audrey and Darlene.
Mom has been cremated and the family will be happy to receive visitors on August 4, 2024 from 2:00-4:00 pm and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at Carnell’s Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Carnell Chapel on August 5, 2024 at 2:00 pm. Inurnment will be held at the at the United Church Cemetery in Spaniard’s Bay on August 6, 2024.
Mom loved flowers however donations may be made in her memory to the Trinity Conception Placentia Health Foundation 86 Highroad South, Carbonear, A1Y 1A4 or call the Foundation at (709) 945-5289.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on August 4, 2024
7-9 p.m. on August 4, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Monday August 5th
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Inurnment will be held at the at the United Church Cemetery in Spaniard’s Bay on August 6, 2024.
My thoughts are with you all. Shirley and her sister May were well known to us Laing children many years ago. Our Great grandfather was Eli Dawe, one of “the Dawes”, and the large family so important to my parents, Allen and Mary Fraser Laing. She will always be missed. Patsy Laing Best.
Karen, Irving, Andrew, Roberts and Family
Sending so much strength, love and healing prayers as you celebrate and honour Shirley’s life. Shirley we wish you safe travels as you transition into the spirit world. Much love from all of us here in Lillooet.
To Pam, Karen, Melissa, Andrea and all your family,. Sending our sincere condolences. I know you will find comfort in the company of family and friends, surrounded by the love she fostered. She has left you a lifetime of memories. Love and hugs, to all.
Valerie, Gerry and Adam
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. We knew her as Aunt Shirl and were so fortunate to have spent time with her at many family gatherings at the Pike family home and other extended family events. She was such a special person. We will always remember her kindness, humility and friendliness. She had that special gift to make everyone feel at ease in her company. Keeping you all in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Gill, Dennis, Bill, Martha and the Blackmore Family
Karen and the Gosse and Mercer families
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Cherish your precious memories of her and know she will always and forever be in your hearts. Sorry we won’t be there to visit as we will be out of town for the funeral service of our daughter in law’s sister. God bless.
Frank and Jeanette
Dear Karen and family. I was sorry to hear of your mothers passing.. Our little united church family has gotten smaller again. My sincere condolences to you and your family at this time.
To Pam, Karen and family,
Just a note to say we’re thinking of you.
We were so saddened to hear about Shirleys passing. Ed and I have so many wonderful memories of Shirley and my mom (Joyce McGrath) spending time with us in Trinity., doing a little gardening, playing bridge and enjoying the area. Shirley’s passing is another great loss of that generation. A life well lived.
Deb and Ed Simmons
Karen, Pam, Melissa , Andrea and all your Family . We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom and Grandmother/Bran. She was a beautiful lady and always had a nice smile. May the wonderful ,happy memories you have of your Mom/Bran live on in your hearts forever. May she rest in Peace ! Amen.
Wayne & Ann Parsons
Pam , Karen and family : My deepest condolences for your loss . There are no words to ease the pain you feel at this time . Only time will ease that ! May the memories you made and shared together over the years bring you comfort at this time and in the days ahead .
Karen and Family,
Sending sincere condolences on the passing of your Mother/Grandmother. I’m certain you have many happy memories to comfort you in the days ahead, as you mourn your loss and celebrate her life. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. God bless and take care.
Louise & Geoff Roach
My heart is heavy. I loved Aunt Shirl… My sincere condolences to her family and friends, most especially; Jan, Valerie and Patti, who loved Aunt Shirl beyond measure.
Karen, Pam and families, Both Duncan and I are sending you our deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful mother. Shirley was the epitome of strength, duty, dignity and grace. A remarkable woman who leaves behind an everlasting legacy. We will always remember the times we spent with her and David in Florida on Thanksgiving Day, the great meals prepared by both and of course, Happy Hour. Shirley will be missed by all that knew and loved her.
Karen and extended family of Shirley
She had a long life and in her day and generation contributed to her Community by her charitable work – she was always a pleasant and charming personality.
Her time had come and she is now at rest and may that rest be in peace
Sincere condolences to all who mourn her passing
Godspeed Shirley
Karen and family: Sympathy to you and all the family on the passing of your mom, my cousin. Many years since we we have met but many memories of years gone by..
Karen and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the passing of your mom. Please pass on our condolences to the rest of your family
Danny and Eileen
Karen and Pam and family ,
Our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your dear Mom. Keeping you in our thoughts. Glenys and John
Karen, Pam and families, we are so sorry to hear this news, even though it was to be expected but it still doesn’t make it easier. I have loving memories growing up spending so much time at your house and having summer vacations in at “The Farm.”
Your mother was like a second mother to me and she treated me the same as she treated you and Dave. I especially loved Christmas time at your house because she always had it decorated so beautiful! And I especially remember in the living room with the fireplace lit and the gorgeous Christmas tree, and us playing the game “Clue.” We will always have the memories!
Love Olive and Dave
Karen, Pam, Melissa, Andrea and families,
My deepest condolences to you on the death of your mother and dearly loved Bran.. She was a pleasant, kind lady who you were blessed to have in your lives for such a long time. May your memories be a source of joy to you as you mourn her loss. Take care and God Bless
Mary
Karen & Family:
Sincere condolence on the passing of your Mom. She was a lovely person who lived a lengthy and good life.
While it is always difficult to say goodbye to a loved one may the memories of happy times spent together
help you through the days ahead.
All my love to you all.
Marjorie Mercer
To all of Shirley’s family,
She was a lovely lady and loved by many. I’m sending my deepest condolences.
Peggy
Karen, Irving, Robert, Andrew and Pam
How lucky you were to have Bran for so long and how sad you must be at her leaving you. She was a loving mother, mother-in-law and grandmother and a kind and gracious lady to those of us who admired her. We all have special memories of Bran and like you we will reflect on and treasure them in the days to come. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.