• Vera Winifred Power (Clarke)

    December 4, 2021

  • We take comfort that our mother, Vera Winifred Power (Clarke), is now at peace and resting with our Dad and her husband of 53 years, Kevin Power, and our sister, Geraldine. In her 80th year, Mom passed away on December 3 with her family by her side. She will forever be missed by her children and grandchildren Kenneth and Lori (Megan [Keith Smith] and Miranda), Rick and Jackie (Bradley), Lorne and Stephanie (Casandra, Courtney and Christina), Elaine and Blair (Kevin), and Steven and Rebecca (Joshua and Cameron). Mom was especially proud of her two great grandchildren Madison and Mason.  Pre-deceased by her father Josiah Clarke, and mothers Elizabeth (England) and Blanche (Smith).  She will be missed by her sister Joan Clarke (Manuals, NL) and brother George Clarke (Kentville, NS), and a large circle of friends including her special “Auntie” Cavelle and close friend and sister-in-law Bernadette.

    Born in Brigus, Mom grew up in Manuals, and moved to Chapel Arm to marry Dad in 1961.  Together they worked hard and built a family, a home and a successful business.  Mom being the Superwoman that she was, kept it all going with her strength.  She was happy with the simple pleasures of life – in addition to raising and guiding us, she kept an immaculate home and loved being in the kitchen.  Her famous fruitcake and chocolate chip cookies were enjoyed and will be missed by many.

    Special thanks are extended to the sixth floor staff at Carbonear General Hospital. Your professionalism and support, your caring and compassion were truly appreciated.   Also to Mom’s room mate while she was in hospital, Mrs. Priddle for her ever watchful eye over Mom.  And a very heartfelt thank you to Mom’s home care provider Jacqui Crittenden. Jacqui – you are and always will be a part of our family.

    Visitation will be held at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne on Sunday, December 5 from 2-5pm and 7-9pm, and on Monday from 10am to 12pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Chapel Arm with a funeral service at 2:30pm, following which Mom will be laid to rest next to Dad at St. Joseph’s Cemetery.

    Proof of vaccination will be needed for both visitation and the Funeral Service.         Masks will be mandatory.

     

  • 20 comments

    Vera Warren

    5 Dec 2021

    Sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She will be missed by all who knew her.

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    Clarence and Colleen

    5 Dec 2021

    Clarence and I send our condolences and prayers 🙏🏻 to you all. Your mom was a beautiful person inside and out. Hugs

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    Randy and Caroline Janes

    5 Dec 2021

    Thinking of you and sending sincere condolences to you all. So sorry to have heard that your mom had passed away! A beautiful obituary and tribute to your mom. May she rest in peace! Hugs!

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    Donna norman

    5 Dec 2021

    She well be sadly miss. Our condolences to all of the family.

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    Ford TEMPLE

    5 Dec 2021

    Our condolences to the family. She was a remarkable woman and will be missed by all. Treasure your memories forever.

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    Patti Kennedy

    5 Dec 2021

    Much love and thanks to the Power family for sharing their mom and dad with all of us. I learned a lot from them during my time at St. Alphonsus Parish and have many fond memories. You are an amazing family and your parents were cherished and loved by all who knew them. Rest in peace beautiful friend xx

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    Denise Newhook

    5 Dec 2021

    Sorry to hear of your moms passing. Our thoughts and prayers go to all the family. She will definitely be missed by all.

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    Edna Mallay

    5 Dec 2021

    Im so sorry to hear of Vera's passing. She was such a beautiful lady. A friend to all. Condolances to all the family. The family has lost a special lady but heaven has gained a beautiful angel. Soar with the Angel's.

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    Marilyn Power

    5 Dec 2021

    Sorry to hear about Vera....God Bless her soul....my condolences to the family

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    Jean and bill hynes

    5 Dec 2021

    Sending our sincere condolences to Vera’s family and friends. So sorry to learn of her passing.our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.R.I.P

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    Carol white

    5 Dec 2021

    So very sorry for the loss of your precious mom , condolences to all the family . Keep your special memories close to your heart …

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    Diane Power

    5 Dec 2021

    Deepest condolences on the loss of your mom. I remember her as a very sweet lady. RIP

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    Terry and Eileen Husk

    5 Dec 2021

    So sorry to hear of Vera’s passing. Vera was a beautiful lady, she will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Rest In Peace Vera.

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    Joan Reid

    6 Dec 2021

    Sorry to hear of your mom's passing. It was a pleasure to have met her Fly high with the angels

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    Jason Lawlor

    6 Dec 2021

    To Rick, Steven and your families; I couldn't make it in person, but please accept my condolences on the passing of your mom.

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    Aggie and Adrian Norman

    6 Dec 2021

    We are saddened by the passing of Vera. She was a kind and wonderful woman. Rest In Peace.

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    Lily and Joe

    6 Dec 2021

    Sorry to hear of Vera's passing. Please accept our condolences. Joe and Lily Clarke (Bishops Cove)

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    Jim & Harriett Bruce

    7 Dec 2021

    Our sincere condolences to all of Vera’s family. She was a very sweet lady.

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    Edith Pike

    7 Dec 2021

    So sorry for the loss of your mom. She was a special friend to mom and a wonderful godmother to Philip. Through that connection we had many conversations and visits and yes she did make yummy treats. Her name is on some of moms recipes in her book. I imagine they are chatting away up in heaven now. Her will live on in your many treasured memories . Edie(Warren)Pike

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    Sonya Warren

    9 Dec 2021

    Ken and family, I'm so sorry to hear of Vera's passing. She was a lovely lady and I will miss our monthly chats.

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