Passed peacefully away at St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital on July 10th, age 96 years. Predeceased by her parents Jacob and Mildred Smith, two sisters Marion (Lloyd) Barrett, Susie (James) Mercer. Six brothers Eugene (Mary), Cyril (Evelyn), Jacob (Thelma), Kenneth (Mildred), Ernest (Julia), and Norman (Bernice). Leaving to mourn two sisters Viola (Cyril deceased) and Muriel (Stirling deceased).  1 brother Winston (June). Also leaving to mourn a large circle of nieces, nephews, cousins & other relatives, also many friends through a long teaching career and an active church work. Resting at The Good Shepherd Anglican  Church, Norman’s Cove. Visitation on Monday July 14th from 2 – 4 pm. Funeral service on Tuesday July 15th at 2 pm. Inurnment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Norman’s Cove. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to The Good Shepherd Anglican Church Memorial Fund.

  January 21st, 1963 – June 18th, 2025    With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Anthony Craig Piercey, known by his family and friends as Craig, on June 18th, 2025, at the age of 62. Craig passed away peacefully at St. Claire’s Hospital with loved ones close by.  Craig was born in the town of Markland but spent most of his life in Long Cove/Norman’s Cove. He was known for his strong work ethic throughout his life and his dedication to everything he did, especially for his life partner, Liz. He was someone who could always be counted on.   He will be remembered for his strength, humor, and the way he always showed up when it mattered most. Craig had a deep love for the outdoors, especially berry-picking with Liz and his Granddaughter, Emilie, and he never said no to lending a helping hand.  Craig is predeceased by his long-term life partner, Liz, who passed just 5 months before Craig, Their beloved Pomeranian Peggy. his parents, Maire and Alfred Piercey, and his sister Tena. Craig leaves to mourn his siblings, Violetta (Gary), Woodrow (Violet-Deceased), Valerie (Danny), Mike (Marg-Deceased), Ann  (Nelson-Deceased) Chris (Chan), Shane (Marsha), Jamie (Kim), and a large circle of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, Liz’s children: Mike (Doreen), Betsy (Steve), Sean (Malissa), Jamie (Jaime) who will all miss him dearly.   A celebration of life will follow. Details will be shared with family and friends at a later time. 

Rose Gushue (nee Spence), born on June 22, 1928, in Whitbourne, Newfoundland, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, in St. John’s, at the age of 96. Rose was the beloved daughter of Thomas Spence and Mary Flynn. She was a lifelong resident of Whitbourne, marrying Philip Gushue in 1948. Leaving to mourn her children: Carol Medd (Robert), Marion Gushue-Geiger (Norman), Gerry Gushue, Chris Gushue (Beverly), Rosemary Henderson (Kevin), Tim Gushue, Shawn Gushue, Howard Gushue (Rona) and son-in-law Joseph Clarke. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Patrick (Sheena), Jason (Aislinn), Keith (Lise), Blair (Lisa), Heather, Mary (Steve), Theresa (Ryan), Rory (Contessa), Brittany, Candice (Stephen), Christian, Shevon (James), Andrea (Phillip), Damien (Leanne), and Paul (Stacie). Rose was predeceased by her husband, Philip Gushue; her son Philip Gushue JR; her daughter Elizabeth Clark; her daughters-in-law’s Glenys Lester and Dianne Tibbo-Gushue and her sisters Elizabeth McMillan and Mary Power Rose will be lovingly remembered by her surviving children, grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and extended family and friends. Her life was a testament to her strength, resilience, and dedication to her family. During the last couple of years of Rose’s life there have been many important caregivers and personal friends who have loved and helped to care for her personal and spiritual needs.  She was so blessed to have such a caring community of love. A special thank you to Hillcrest Estates and all the staff who help care for Rose over the last 8 months and to the Palliative care unit from Eastern Health. Visitation at Holloways Funeral Home in Whitbourne on Friday, June 27 from 2-8 PM. Funeral from St. Alphonsus Church, Whitbourne on Saturday June 28 @ 12;oo PM. The service will be live streamed for people who are unable to attend in person. In lieu of flowers donations can be […]

June 1926 – June 2025 It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother, being 4 days short of 99 years old. After living almost a century, this lady raised seven children, lived through two pandemics, a depression, and a world war. She was strong willed and full of determination. She was always there to help her family in anyway. She will be greatly missed. She is predeceased by her husband Silas, her son Silas T, daughter in law Linda, Son in law Gerard and Great grandchild Aiden. Also, her four brothers John Thomas, Ernest, Frank, Baker Bill and her one and only sister Gladys. Leaving to mourn her children Murdock, Sally (Junior), Ann (Greg), Shirley (Robert), Joan (Brian), Kyle (Tonya), daughter in law Florence and her brother Clarence (Cathy). Along with her 18 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, a large circle of nieces, nephews, and extended family, and friends. Visitation is to be held at the Good Shephard Anglican Church on Friday 2:00 to 4:00 for family and 6:00 to 9:00 for family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Saturday at 2 pm at the Good Shephard Church. Interment to follow at a later date. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to the Good Shepherd Church in Bessie’s memory. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Holloways Funeral Home

Ella Harnum of Blaketown passed peacefully away on June 16th, 2025. She resided at Lion’s Manor Seniors Home in Placentia, after a lengthy battle with Dementia. Affectionately known by many as “Small Nanny”, she had the biggest heart and touched the lives of all who knew her. She was predeceased by her first husband, Malcolm Drover, and her second husband, Nelson Harnum; her beloved son Wade; son-in-law Harold; sisters Melba, Vinnie and Emma; and brother Robert. Left behind with loving memories are her daughter Rosalind (Keith); daughter-in-law Dackenic; grandchildren Adam (Stephanie), Kristi (Trevor), Shawn (Jennifer), Terri (Morgan), Nycki (Andrew); and eleven cherished great-grandchildren who were the light of her life. Ella also leaves behind a large circle of extended family and friends. She shared many special memories with dear friends Florence Russell, Bertha Jones and Lulu Temple. She will also be fondly remembered for the bond she shared with her little cat “Sookie”. Visitation at Holloway’s Funeral Home  Wednesday June 18 2:00 – 4:00 pm 7:00 – 9:00  pm, Thursday  2:00 – 4:00 pm and 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Funeral Service will take place on Friday at  2:00 from St. Barnabas Anglican Church in Blaketown. She will be forever loved and missed by all whose lives she touched.

Passed peacefully away at Carbonear General Hospital on Friday, May 23, 2025, Kevin Leroy Newhook, aged 64 years, of Norman’s Cove. Predeceased by mother, Mildred and niece Kimberley. Leaving to mourn are his father, Joseph, stepdaughters Nicole (Trevor), Cynthia and Samatha (Tyler), siblings Geraldine (Peter), Sandra (Glenn), Velma (John), Wilfred (Pheobe), Lorne, and Dennis (Beverly) and a large circle of nieces, nephews and friends. Our family extends heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and doctors at Carbonear General Hospital for the care they provided during a number of visits. Also the family offers sincere thanks to the workers that have provided home care to Kevin over the past number of years. Kevin was a kindhearted, thoughtful and fun-loving person, a friend to many in the community, who got his greatest joy in helping to raise Nicole, Cynthia and Samatha. Cremation has taken place. Visitation at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Norman’s Cove on Tuesday, May 27 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM and 7:00 – 9:00 PM. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 28 at 2:00 PM from Church of the Good Shepherd, Norman’s Cove. Inurnment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery.

It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Norman Maxwell Thorne (White). Age 82 years. Lovingly missed by his wife and best friend of almost 60 years, Neta (Vinie). Daughters, Susan(Bert), Lorelei(John). Grandchildren, Lisa, Craig(Candace), Sydney(Brandon) and Kenzie. Great Grandchildren, Claire and Allison, and beloved sister Alfreda. Dad loved bugging his childhood friend Ed Newhook (Leaf’s lost again), loved going cod fishing with son in law Bert, berry picking and trouting with the wife, having a game of crib or scrabble (in which we usually lost), but mostly just being with his family. He was a highly intelligent man who could pull facts out of nowhere, rhyme off a phone number from 40 years ago, and debate with you till the sun come up. Most of all he was a kind, caring man who had no regrets. “Laugh it off.”  “Bring it on.”

It is with profound sadness and shattered hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother and sister, Edith Upshall of Little Hr. East. Edith passed away peacefully with family by her side at the Health Sciences Center in St. John’s on May 20th, 2025, at the age of 84 years. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are her children: Terry (Rose), Keith (Janice), Glenda (Robert Frampton), Paul (Donna), Sandra (Carl Emberley), Craig (Amelia), her grandchildren: Tara (Chad), Kayla (Jason), Noelle (Steve), Jodi (Mike), Jordan (Jocelynn), Justin (Danielle), Jessica (Josh), Nicholas (Rochelle), Hilary (Adam), Ashley-Ann (Ryan), Brittany (Josh), Alicia, Brendan, Brandon (Nicole), Andrew, Stephen, Caroline (Sam), Michael (Holly), Nicole (Jon), Steve, Lisa (Jason), Chance, Faith, Cameron (Skye), Paige (Ethan), 25 great grandchildren, her siblings: Jessie Reid, Marie Warren, Saul Upshall (Blanche), Baxter Upshall (Olga), Betty (Harry Smith), Beulah (Wilf Lockyer), sisters in law Dorothy Noel and Hazel Amfaldern as well as a large extended family and many life long friends. Edith was predeceased by her beloved husband of 50 years, Sam, with whom she shared a beautiful life full of love and adventure, her parents Henry and Hilda Upshall, brothers in law Garfield Warren and Ronald Reid, sisters in law Mary Joseph, Clara Cramm and Lillian Perito. Edith leaves behind a legacy of love for her family and her community. The family extends many thanks to the kind and caring staff at Glenbrook Lodge and her new, but dear friend, Gertie. Visitation will be held at St. Andrew’s Church in Little Hr. East, on Friday, May 23rd from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 24th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 24th at 2 p.m. with interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery. Donations in […]

It is with great sadness, the family of Ernest Rayfield Thorne Jr., announce his sudden passing on Thursday, May 15, 2025.   Predeceased by his mother Annie, father Rayfield, brothers Eldridge and Lloyd, brother-in-law Dave and sister-in-law Marjorie.   Ern is leaving to mourn his partner, Andrea and siblings, Dorcas, Bill, Rhoda (Ted), Eva (Jim), Janet (Wes), Andy (Hilda), Alfreda (Andrew), Levi (Shirlene), Lily (Len) and sister-in-law Lily.  Also best friend of many years Alvin (Florence) as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.   Ern was a loving, kind and hardworking man.  He was always ready to lend a helping hand and greeted everyone with a smile.  Ern had a loving way with the smallest of creatures.  He loved all animals, the outdoors, trouting, walking and cod jigging.  He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.   Cremation has taken place.  A celebration of life will be announced. Donations to Ern’s memory can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.