Sarah(Sadie)McCarthy of Bellevue, Trinity Bay July 21 1929-April 15   2025 On April 15 our beautiful, sweet Mom passed peacefully away with family by her side. Predeceased by her loving husband Felix, son Gus, infant son Gerard, parents Michael and Ellen Walsh, her siblings (sisters: Mary, Genevieve and Lena, Brothers: Andy, Tom, Dan and Michael) Leaving to mourn, with deep sorrow, daughters Ellen(Ray), Geraldine(Len) and Bernice (Ron), daughter in law Mary,  sons Paul(Cheryl), Raymond(Jackie), Clement, Chris (Roxanne),  Felix(Sharon), Sean(Debbie). 23 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren numerous nieces and nephews and a large circle of friends. Mom was the heart and soul of our family; she loved deeply, smiled often and welcomed all.  Mom was an avid cook, quilter, card player and gardener. She had the energy of 100 people; she was happiest with a full house and a large pot on the stove. She had a strong faith, loved helping people and volunteered her time freely. Mom will be missed by her family, friends and the Bellevue community. Our family extends heartfelt gratitude to her caregivers at the Agnes Pratt Home and the Alderwood Retirement Centre where  she was respected and treated like family. Visitation at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church in Bellevue, Friday April 18th from 1-5 & 7-9 pm, Saturday 11am – 1pm. Funeral Service 2:00 PM April 19th, 2025 . Internment to follow at Roman Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Bellevue Cemetery Fund can be made by emailing japinsent44@outlook.com

Passed peacefully away at the Carbonear General Hospital on April 10, 2025, George Crane, of Whitbourne, aged 83. George was a wonderful man who loved to laugh and have fun. He was loved by all who knew him. He was a fisherman for many years and also a volunteer firefighter in Whitbourne. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. George is predeceased by his parents Arthur and Ada Crane, his loving wife Sylvia Crane, sister Phoebe (Harris) Mercer, Gladys (Arch) Lynch, brother Selby Crane and sister in law Betty(Edward) Crane and his daughter Elizabeth Phillips. Leaving to mourn with deep sorrow are his children Ada (Nick) Pollett, Frances (Harold) Norman, Judy (Damien) Ryan, George (Angela) Phillips, Ron (Mary) Phillips and Edgar Phillips. Also leaving to mourn are his 22 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Our family extends heartfelt and sincere gratitude to all the nurses and doctors at Carbonear hospital for the care they gave him during the seven weeks he was in hospital. Our deepest thanks to each of you for your kindness and compassion. Cremation has taken place. Visitation is at Holloways Funeral home in Whitbourne on Wednesday April 16 from 2-5 and 7-9.  

Bertha Johnson September 10, 1932- April 9, 2025 With heartfelt sadness and broken hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Bertha Johnson (nee Alexander) at the beautiful age of 92 years. She passed peacefully away, surrounded by her loving family in the family home in Whitbourne on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 Mom leaves to mourn her 6 children; Richard & (Cathy) Johnson, Patricia & (Lorne) Russell, Theresa & (Jeff) Sloos, Catherine Oke, Mary Johnson, Thomas & (Lisa) Johnson. She also leaves 16 Grand Children, 22 Great Grand Children, and 1 Great great grand Child.  Our Mom was predeceased by her Husband of 56 years, Richard Henry Johnson, Grandchildren Tyler & Desiree Johnson and Great Grandchild Paige O’Reilly and also her parents, James & Clara Alexander of Stephenville Crossing and all 13 of her Siblings. Mom was born in Kippens on the west coast of Newfoundland and grew up in Stephenville Crossing. At the age of nineteen, she meet the love of her life, a U.S. serviceman stationed in Stephenville. Mom and Dad moved to Texas in 1952, then to New York and then back to Stephenville Crossing, where the journey began and later finally settling in Whitbourne in 1966. The Johnson home was a place of love, laughter, hugs and warmth. Mom was the Rock, Heart and Soul of our family. The fond memories of countless times gathered where singing and dancing on special occasions was a huge part of our lives. The doors of our home were always open to friends and strangers alike. Mom was always there with a beautiful smile, a warm welcome and a great sense of humor. She enjoyed the simple pleasures of life such as spending time with precious grandchildren, gardening, and having a good old game of cards. Mom certainly touched […]

  Jean Violet Phelan(nee Petipas), December 22, 1938-March 4, 2025 We are so much more than our birth date and death date. Do you see that hyphen, that little line between those two dates? What matters in life is what you do while you live along that little line. This obituary was written with love by Jean’s granddaughter and namesake, Brianna Jean, capturing her Nan’s 86 year old line between two dates.  Jean came into this world a force to be reckoned with during a snowstorm on December 22, 1938 and peacefully passed in her sleep on March 4, 2025 as her beloved birds began their day. Born in Markland Cottage Hospital to Peter Petipas Sr. (Dad Paw) and Ella Gosling Petipas(Mom Paw) she was raised in Whitbourne and completed their large Catholic family of 10–brother Manse(Louise), brother Frank, brother Enie, brother Pete(Adelaide), sister Dot, sister Mase, and brother John(Cathy). Growing up Jean loved playing with her family’s animals, her lifelong best friend Sally Tucker Diamond(now reunited in the afterlife), and playing all sports that Whitbourne had to offer. One of her fondest childhood memories is of travelling around Newfoundland with her softball team and becoming Newfoundland’s Provincial Softball Champions.  She always held a deep appreciation for her upbringing and the connections that her family made while both of her parents were working with “The Americans”. At a time when the average Newfoundlander was barely surviving, Jean fondly remembers her childhood as a privileged life filled with chocolate, a kitchen where her Mom had buns in the oven, and many pots on the range with good hardy food to share with her large family and anyone who needed it. Jean followed in her mother’s footsteps throughout her life and never hesitated to share everything she had with everyone she loved. […]

Carol Ann White (Mercer) March 20, 1954 – February 21, 2025 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Carol Ann White (Mercer) on February 21, 2025, at the age of 70, surrounded by her loving children at the Miller Centre Palliative Care Unit. Carol will be lovingly remembered by her three children: Connie (Rodney) Reid, Glen (Lorna) White, and Debbie (Darrell) Morgan, with whom she had the joy of living with for the past ten years. Her heart was full of pride for her four grandchildren: Max, Matthew, Aeryn, and Addison, who brought her endless joy. She is survived by her sister, Cynthia Parsons (Norm Marsden), and brother, Roger Mercer (Karen). Carol was blessed with the best of in-laws, whom she cherished: Delores (Ed) Wade, Susan (Dave) Garland, Ben (Holly) White, Mavis Stuckless, Effie Brenton, Calvin Best, Linda (Dennis) Sieben, and Todd (Sherry) White. She was predeceased by her parents, Duncan and Edith Mercer; her infant son, Chad; her husband, Steve; her mother and father-in-law, Llewelyn and Carrie White; as well as her brothers Lloyd and Peter, and sister-in-law Glendene Best. A kind and quiet soul, Carol was known for her unwavering love and faith. She cherished her family deeply and looked forward to every family gathering. For the past decade, she found great happiness in her “happy place” at Debbie and Darrell’s home, especially enjoying the presence of her granddaughter, Addison. Carol took comfort in hosting friends on her beautiful patio, surrounded by light, fountains, and butterflies. The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Carol’s dear friend, Brenda O’Brien, for her unwavering friendship and the many cups of tea shared. Our gratitude extends to Comfort Home Care for their exceptional care in Carol’s final months, as well as to Connie Gossine, Lynn […]

Joan Patricia Barron (Nee Whalen)  Oct. 19, 1950 – Feb. 10, 2025 It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, Joan Barron (nee Whalen) of Whitbourne, NL after a brief but courageous battle with cancer surrounded by family at Carbonear General Hospital, Carbonear on Feb. 10, 2025 at the age of 74. Joan is predeceased by her parents Gerald and Veronica Whalen of Grand Falls, NL, sister Carol Ann Whalen, of Grand Falls and sister-in-law Debbie Whalen. Leaving to mourn with deep sorrow are her children, Renee Cranford, Gerald Barron (Karin), Veronica Petipas (Monty), Andrew Barron (Kait), precious grandchildren, Olivia Cranford, Connor Bureau, Nyla Leep art, Grayson Barron, Cavin Boozan, Brother, John Whalen and family as well as a large circle of close family and friends. A Life of Love, Devotion, and Grace Mom found beauty in life’s simplest joys—family, friends, music, and the quiet pleasure of a walk or a ride on her vintage bike. She found great joy in her faith. A devoted Catholic, she spent many hours preparing for mass, playing the organ, or participating in various fundraisers. Yet, her truest calling was being a mother and grandmother. Her family was everything! Mom had a rare and powerful gift: an unshakable calm that could quiet even the most chaotic room. She never raised her voice, never let frustration take hold. Instead, she had a presence that settled the soul, bringing warmth and peace wherever she went. To know her was to love her! Once you knew Mom, you weren’t just someone she met; you became someone she cherished. She never forgot a birthday, always sending a handwritten card with words chosen just for you. Thoughtful. Personal. When music played, Mom became the music. A karaoke queen in every sense, she would […]