Valmhor Joseph Puglisevich
January 27, 1960 to August 18, 2024
Obituary
It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of a beloved Son, Husband, Father, Father-in-law, Grandfather, Brother, Brother-in-law and Uncle – Val Puglisevich on August 18, 2024. Pre-deceased by Father – Charles, Grandparents: Rosina and Francis Puglisevich and Maria and Francis Grech; Parents-in-law – Hubert and Myrtle Mercer; brothers-in-law – Derek Mercer and Gordon Boland.
Leaving to mourn with loving precious memories: wife of 35 years, Karen, daughter, Hayley Fagan (AJ) and “Pop’s treasure” granddaughter, Sophia; Mother: Margaret Puglisevich; Sisters: Terry Puglisevich (Carl) and Frances Boland; Sisters-in-law: Ruth Hiscock (Harve) and Carol Mercer; Nieces & Nephews: Amanda (Lee) Vella, Charles (Tate) Borg, Nicholas Boland, Julie (Ross) Brace, Courtney (Darren) Melindy, Matthew (Brittany) Mercer; Great-nephews and nieces: Marley & Leia Vella, Cody Brace, Madi Melindy and Charles Stagg, Calla Mercer; Godson: Jonathan Conway, and extended family and friends.
Val was born in Gwardamangia, Malta on January 27, 1960 to Charles and Margaret Puglisevich. Seeking a better life, Charles and Margaret took their family and immigrated to Canada eventually settling in St. John’s, NL where Charles started the offshore crewing company – Puglisevich Oilfield Consultants Limited. When Charles passed away in 2003, Val and his sisters took over the business and, along with Manager, Bob Barron, grew the company to the thriving business known today as Puglisevich Group of Companies.
Val met Karen (love of each other’s lives) through work at Crosbie Offshore, married, had Hayley and treasured each day together be it travelling (road trips a favorite!), gatherings with family and friends, at the cabin(s) and spending time with Sophia!
Over the years Val was an altar boy in his church, played in a band, played soccer, learned to fly a small plane, became a licensed mechanic, worked as a roughneck on the oil rigs, operated a small engine repair store and was a safety training instructor. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and hanging out with best friend, Bill Conway, and his Glenwood cabin buddies – Derek Mercer, Randy Chafe and Canon Bert Cheeseman. Many good times were recalled with endless stories of their adventures and vast amounts of food! In later years, Val would find another happy place – “cabin” at Blaketown. He was one of the “go to” guys if you needed anything fixed or done – just ask. He would give and go beyond to find a solution to get the job done, including volunteering at his church – Val will be missed.
A special thanks to the Paramedics, family, friends, neighbours, and all who did everything they could to assist us in our time of need. To Deacon, Rev. Ed Bonnell and Rev. Randy Lockyer for their prayers. For the numerous phone calls, messages, emails, food, love and support throughout this difficult time – too many to be named but all greatly appreciated and remembered.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Philip’s Anglican Church.
Visitation will be held 12-9 p.m. Friday, August 23rd and Saturday, August 24th at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd. Funeral service to be held on Sunday , August 25th at 2p.m., from St. Philip’s Anglican Church. The service will be livestreamed for those who cannot attend. The link is available below.
To view the service for Val Puglisevich on Sunday, August 25th, at 2 p.m., please click the following link:
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Schedule
Visitations
12-9 p.m. on August 23, 2024
12-9 p.m. on August 24, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Sunday August 25th
The Anglican Parish of St. Philip
20 Coady's Road, Portugal Cove – St. Philip's, NL.
Dear Karen and family, please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss of Val. My sister and I met Val in June, at a small service for our mother, at the church. This had a profound impact on us, the generosity of a tight knit community, a group which instantly felt like family, with our Aunt and Uncle, Trudy and Jim.. Thank you Val, for making us feel at home.
Frances , Nicholas, Margaret and the whole family,
What a shock to hear of Val’s sudden passing, life is cruel sometimes .
Hope all the love that’s coming your way from family and friends help in some small way to get you through this very sad time and finally to a place in your hearts where you look back at all the good times you all shared together over the years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all🙏
God speed Val
Karen, Terry, Frances and families
So sorry to hear this news , thinking of you at this sad time, rest easy Val.
Karen ,Haley and family, we are so sorry to hear of Val’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Lorraine and Clyde .
Karen, Hayley and family, please accept my deepest sympathies on Val’s untimely passing.
I have such fond memories of Val – always a smile and a great chat.
Thinking of you all during your grief. Hugs from afar.
Margie
Karen, Haley and family, sometimes there are no words to express the deep sadness death brings
I sincerely hope the love that is around you and the beautiful memories you have will provide comfort to your family and to all those who grieve this loss.
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Karen, I am so sorry to hear of your husband’s death. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Uncle Val, we are still in shock over this news. We are all saddened by this news and hope time will help heal the pain but your presence will always be missed. Sending love to all family and friends, treasuring all the memories we have.
I’m sending the family and friends of the passing of Val Puglisevich my condolences I worked at his small engine shop Atlantic Rental when I was in high school he taught me a lot as well his father too I have treasure memories of them both until we met again
Karen, Frances and all the Family. I was so sorry to hear of Val’s passing. I did not know until tonight and will be out of town tomorrow. We are thinking of you all, and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love Joan and Harry Benson.
Dear Karen and family, I am so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and sending strength.
Love, Alex
Karen, Haley, and Family
So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your loved one, Val. We send our love and prayers at this difficult time, asking God to uphold you and comfort you within the arms of his mercy and grace..
We commend our brother Val to God’s gracious care and keeping, and in the sure and certain hope
of the resurrection to eternal life in Christ Jesus, Our Lord. May his rest be in peace. Amen +
Love and Peace to all.
John & Cynthia
Karen, Hayley & Family:
So very sorry to hear of Val’s sudden passing. Thinking of you all during this most difficult time.
Karen and family: So sorry for your loss. Treasure all the wonderful memories. They will help you get through the most difficult times ahead of you. Take care.
Karen, Hayley and All the Family .
We are so sorry to hear of Val’s passing.. Our hearts go out to all of you. Love, Sandra and Dick
Karen, Haley & Family,
Sincere condolences at this very difficult time, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
All Gods Blessings. ❤️🙏
To all of the Puglisevich family and friends
My condolences to you all
My uncle Randy Chafe ( now past recently) was a close friend of Val.
My uncle Randy introduced me to Val back in mid late 1990’s and Val gave me the opportunity for a job.
Something that I will always be grateful for.
I have lived my working career in the O & G industry since Val gave me that chance.
I have and always will have a great respect for Val for giving me a chance.
My deepest regards to all
David Parsons
KL, Malaysia
Originally from St John’s , Newfoundland
We are so sorry to hear about Val’s passing!. You are in our thoughts and prayers in this very difficult time. Fern and Dave
Karen & Family,
I am so sorry to hearing of Val’s sudden passing. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers during this difficult time. My deepest condolences to you all.
Our deepest sympathy on Val’s passing to Karen, Hayley, AJ & Sophia and his entire family. Treasure all your memories made together and hold them close to your heart, I know there is so many.
RIP Val
Sincerely
Andrew & Christine Daley
Newbridge
St Mary’s Bay
Karen, Hayley and family,
I was so shocked and saddened upon reading of Val’s sudden death. He has definitely left this world way too soon! I offer my sincerest condolences to the family at this very difficult time
Ellen Turpin
Karen, Hayley and family,
I am so sorry for your incredible loss, I’m thinking of you and sending my sincerest condolences. Val’s smile and presence will be surely missed on Sunday mornings at St. Phillip’s Church.
Karen, Hayley, AJ, & family. We are so saddened by the passing of our friend Val. He will be deeply missed. We want you all to know we are thinking of you all during this time. We are here for you if there is anything we can do to help you now or in the future. Love Neal & Rita
I’m so sorry for your loss Karen, Haley and family.
Pat Rodgers
Karen and family, my sincere condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Karen, Frances and Terry and families
I am so sad to hear of Val’s passing. It is hard to imagine a world without his special kind of humour and view of the world. I still miss Charlie and can only hope that there is a place where they are both together.
Terri Andrews
Karen and family,
So sad I am. How fast life can change. If there was someone to sue for restitution, I would do it in flash.. A wonderful soul has moved on. Alas that is the human condition. Godspeed to Val.
Lynn and I grieve for you all and this loss to us all.
Karen and family: I am so sorry to learn of Val`s passing. i can certainly understand how you are feeling right now but I can asssure you that with time and the support of friends, it will never be the same but itwill get easiere. May God Bless you.
Karen and family,
I was so very saddened to hear of Val’s passing. The love you both shared was like no other. Wrap yourself with the strength of those around you during this unimaginable time and cherish the wonderful memories.
Kim Winsor (former co-worker)
So sorry to hear of Val’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karen and family + Puglisevich Family,
My sincerest sympathies on the loss of someone so special in your lives. I am thinking of you in these difficult days as you prepare to say farewell. I know Karen from working together at McInnes Cooper and the Puglisevich’s from my former banking career. Sorry to hear this sad news.
Wendy Snow
Condolences to his family
Frances, Terry and Mrs. Puglisevich, my sincere condolences to your family on the passing of Val. Way to soon. RIP
Mike Boland / Betty Lewis
Karen Haley and family.
Our deepest condolences to you all
Ches and Mildred Matthews
Our deepest condolences to all Val’s family and friends.
We are so sad to hear of his sudden passing. My husband Martin worked for him at his small engine repair company he had on majors path. Martin and myself have many lovely memories of him and his family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Karen and their daughter Haley, and their beautiful grand daughter. RIP Val🙏
Martin and Debby Murphy
Karen, Hayley and family,
I was saddened to read the news today of Val’s passing. Such a loss for so many. Val started many a soul in their paths to lifetime careers and influenced so many. I know there are no words to ease your pain. No doubt he’s watching over you and his legacy will live on through Hayley. I hope your memories bring peace to your hearts and smiles to your faces. May he soar with the angels. 💕
To Karen, Hayley and all your family. Sincere condolences to you all on the sudden passing of your beloved Val. I’m so sorry to hear this. I grew up next door to the Mercers with your poppy and nanny and darling Hilda, and your only sister Ruth (Harv), and can’t forget sweet Julie and Courtney. What a beautiful family! I know you will be surrounded by lots of love and comfort and they will keep you close to them. And your little grand-daughter Sophia will be a source of comfort and joy. Karen you will be surrounded by love and they will keep you close to them. God bless you all and may Val Rest In Peace and light perpetual shine upon him.
Love Lana Ryan (Tucker).
Terry, Frances and Mrs Puglisevich, and other family members, I am sending you my sincere condolences on the passing of your son and brother. May he rest in peace. May God bless you all and help you . My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. God bless. 🙏
My family and I are so very sad to hear of your loss. God grant you all comfort and support as you go through this very difficult time.
God bless you.
Mandy Tucker and family
Karen & family
So sorry to hear this sad news. Our condolences to all your family.
Karen,Haley&Family
We were so shocked to hear of Val’s sudden passing and so sorry for loss of such an important part of your incredible family.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during these difficult days ahead .
God Bless
Brenda & Fred Mate
Karen and family. Sending my condolences at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Karen and family. So sorry for your loss,may he rest in peace.
Karen, Hayley and Family, I’m so sorry for your sudden loss. I can only imagine how hard this is but I hope you gather strength from one another during this difficult time and share you wonderful memories of Val.
Karen, I was shocked and heartbroken to hear of Val’s sudden passing. Over our years working together it was so obvious the love you had for one another and for Hayley. I know the next days and months will be difficult for you all but you have a wonderful, loving family and friends that will help you through. Cherish the memories you have of your time together and hold them close to your heart. Sending my love, Judy
Frances, Terry, Mrs. Puglisevich and all of Val’s Family,
I can’t imagine how you must feel right now. I’m so sorry for your loss. Val was one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. My sincere condolences go out to you and your family.
Dear Karen, Hayley, and all the extended family. I can only imagine how shattered you all feel. Karen, you have physically lost your other half, and you will never feel quite whole again. Haley, your Dad was a very nice man. The first time I saw Sophia she was with Val and Karen, and I thought she looked just like her Poppy. He had such a look of pride and joy on his face when I told him that. We will miss his presence in Church, looking back and seeing him operate the speaker system, or chatting with him in the foyer. Harvey, Ruth and family, condolances to you as well, you were all so close. It’s obvious by the comments that Val was a very well liked man. Rest assured he is at home with his Lord and Saviour, and one day, by God’s good grace, you will be together again. May Val rest in peace and rise in glory. Love and prayers to you all Shirley and Charlie.
Francis, and all of Val’s Family,
So saddened to hear of Val’s passing.
Such a young life cut so short.
Pleasa accept my sincere condolences to all of you.
May he rest in peace.
Karen, Terry, Francis and families, we are very sorry to hear of Val’s passing. Although it has been many years since we have been in your company, we fondly remember how friendly and pleasant Val always was. Sincerest condolences to all of you.
Petria and Bill Rossiter
Bob so very sorry to hear of Vals passing Our sincere condolences to you and all the Pugllisevich family and friends. Thinking of you during this difficult time..
Karen and family, please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences on your loss. I hope in the days to come you find peace and strength to guide you through. Bless you.
Lynn Godden
coworker of Karen from years ago
Terry & family my deepest condolences on the loss of your brother. Treasure your beautiful memories. May your brother RIP.
Karen, Haley, and all of Val’s family,
I was so saddened to learn of Val’s passing. I have many fond memories of Val from times of fellowship at St. Philips Anglican Church; he was always pleasant, told great stories, and he had a smile that lit up the room. Rebecca, Oliver, and I are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
I am so very sorry to hear of Val’s passing. I worked with Karen for many years, the nicest and most giving person. They had a wonderful life together and I’m wishing her and everyone strength and peace during this time.
Karen and family – Our Deepest Sympathy to all of you. May He Rest In Peace! HUGS
Karen, so very sorry to hear of Val’s passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Karen there are no words to express how sorry I am for you and your family.
thinking about you and praying for strength.
Jeanette
So sorry for your loss deepest condolences.
My heart goes out to the family. I’m so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed the conversations I’ve had with Val over the years. He was truly a loving and caring person. Condolences to the family and friends.
Terry & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear brother. My sincere condolences go out to all your family. Take care and God bless.
My heart goes out to the family and friends.
What a great guy and one who will be missed by all but whose memories will never be forgotten!!
I am blessed to have had the opportunity to have known Val and will forever be grateful for the time we spent together.
God Bless Val and his family and may he enjoy the peace and tranquility of Heaven where he joins the other Angels that have gone before him!!
Val as you look down on your family and friends may you guide them through their journey till they join you in Heaven!!! God Bless the family and friends!!!
We are very sorry for your loss.
May he rest in peace. Condolences to the family.
Uncle Lino, Mario.
So sorry to hear of Val’s passing . my heart goes out to you and your family . He was such a nice person to greet you at church Sunday mornings especially when he had his precious granddaughter with him. He would be all smiles. Rip Val
Dear Karen and family, please accept my deepest condolences for your terrible loss.
We were so sorry to hear of Val’s passing. Please accept our most heartfelt condolences.
I always remember his joyful infectious laugh. He was a great cousin and a wonderful person.
Auntie Maggie, Francis, Terry, Karen and Haley please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Lucienne and Geraldine
Karen, Hayley and family. We were shocked and saddened to hear about Val’s passing. Val always had a smile and was a very likeable person. It was a pleasure to be in his company.
May your loving memories and supportive family and friends help you through this most difficult time.
God Bless
My sincere condolences to the families. I knew Val when he had the shop on Majors Path and I worked for Ropar footwear. And then at the Crosbie Bldg. A life gone to soon .My thoughts are with your family
Karen and Haley:
So saddened to hear about Val’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go through this difficult time. Treasure all the wonderful memories. RIP.
So sorry to hear of Val’s passing. It wasn’t that long ago that I was chatting with him when my son was looking for work and he was more than willing to help. Even though I only knew him through designing his cabin in Blaketown, he never forgot who I was and was always up for a chat.
Thoughts and prayers to your family at this time.
Karen, Hayley and family,
So very sorry to hear of Val’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to all at this very difficult time. May he rest in peace.
To Karen and all of Val’s family, please accept my condolences on his passing, may your memories of Val be a blessing to you in the days ahead.
Karen and Haley, I was so sorry to hear of Val’s sudden passing. It’s never easy losing someone you love, however; it does get easier as time passes and they will forever remain in your memories. My sincere condolences to the whole family.
Dear Karen,
I am so sorry to learn that Val has passed away. He was such a lovely man & so very young. I remember you bringing him to our house in the early days of your courtship when you used to babysit for us..It seems like only yesterday.
Please accept my sincere condolences to you, Haley & all your family. Thinking of you.
Eileen MacNab
Dear Karen,
I am so sorry to learn that Val has passed away.He was such a lovely man & so very young.I remember you bringing him to our house in the early days of your courtship when you used to babysit for us.. it seems like only yesterday.
Please accept my sincere condolences to you, Haley & all your family..Thinking of you.
Eileen MacNab
Karen, I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this terrible time.
Karen,
I am so sad to hear of Val’s passing. My heart goes out to you, Hayley and all your family and friends. I’m sure with time you’ll find comfort in the wonderful memories you both shared and I know you have a supportive family and friends to lean on. Thinking of you,
Charlotte Slade
We don’t know how we’ll all get through the next little while but, Madi says we will. Val has been there for us from the day we moved in across the street. No matter if it was a medical emergency or just needing a battery charger like last week, it was “call Val”. During the winter, when the town would plow us in you would hear him coming across the street with his snow blower. In the summer, he was tired telling me to use the mulcher on the old push mower and stop having to rake the grass. I hope Terry and Frances don’t mind but, I thought of him as my younger brother and will miss him as if he was. Dear Karen, Hayley, AJ, beautiful Sophia, Margaret, Terry, Frances and your families, we love you and will always be there for you. He was one of the best.
Sendiing Condolences to all the family🩶
Karen & family, I am so sorry to be reading this. Val was a young man and this must be a shock to you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time
Sending condolences to Karen and all the family.
Karen and Family,
Please be assured of our sorrow when we heard the
sad news. and to let you know that you are not alone
at this time. We know that Val is in Paradise with his
Lord but he will be missed by all who loved him
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Val’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this very difficult time. Working at PCSL with Terry, Frances and Val was a great experience. Val was a big, loveable teddy bear. Even after all these years he’d always stop and say hello and have a chat if we crossed paths. He will truly be missed. RIP big guy ❤️
Karen
So very sad to learn of Val’s death. I first met him at your wedding and knew instantly that you both were well suited. While you have memories of him to turn to, I hope you soon overcome the great sadness of his passing.
Terry and family
Terry, sending you my deepest condolences and sympathies on the untimely passing of your dear brother.
Thinking of you
I worked with Val back in the 80’s on the Semi -“John Shaw” I always enjoyed his friendship and company – He was a soild guy, with a soft pleasant manner. He will be sadly missed.- I wouild like to send my heartfelt condolences to his loved ones.
Karen, we are so very sorry to hear of Val’s passing. We are thinking of you, Hayley, Sophia and your entire family during this difficult time.
I was saddened to hear the news of Val’s passing. I did know him well but had met him numerous times while visiting my friends Jim and Trudy. Karen and family I know you have many fond memories of him which will comfort you. My condolences to you all.
Georgina Rose, Collingwood, Ontario
Karen, I’m so very sorry for your loss. I am thinking and praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
Karen, I will be thinking of you and your family – sending my condolences during this difficult time.
My sincere condolences to you all.
Karen & family, so very sorry for your tremendous loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time
Karen, I am very sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. I am thinking of you and your entire family. My sincere condolences to you all.
Condolences to you and your family in this difficult time Karen.
My friend I will miss you everyday of my life rest in peace and will see you on the other side someday just not yet. Gone but never forgotten.
We will deeply miss our dear Uncle “Bal” (as Madi used to call him.) Sending all our love to Aunt Karen, Hayley, AJ, Sophia, Mrs. Puglisevich, Terry, Frances and their families. We hope his home in Heaven has plenty of Diet Coke and a comfy recliner.
Thinking of you Karen and your entire family.
Karen and. Family, I’m so sorry to hear of Val’s passing..
Val always had a smile on his face and he was a joy to talk with. He was a great friend and will be missed by all who knew him.
My sincere condolences to you all.
Barb Wiseman
So very sorry to all the family. May Val rest in peace