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Cyril H. Butler
The family of Cyril H. Butler M.M. sadly announces his passing at his home on Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at age 82, a member of the 166 RA.
Leaving to mourn his loving wife and friend Joan; children Margaret (Trevor, grandchildren Karen and Richard), Norwich, Janet (grandchildren Stephanie and Stephen), B.C., David (Tammy), N.S., Robert (Karen, grandchildren Stephen and Jessica), Mount Pearl, Cathy (Wayne), Chamberlains; as well as a large number of relatives and friends.
Resting at Barrett’s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue from 7-10 p.m. on Wednesday, 12 noon - 10 p.m. on Thursday and from 10 a.m. - 12 noon on Friday. Funeral Service 2 p.m. on Friday, July 26, 2002 from Barrett’s Chapel. Inurnment to follow at the Field of Honour, Mount Pleasant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Topsail United Church Building Fund.
Charles Samuel Moses Pearcey
April 26, 1937 – April 18, 2020
It is with deep sorrow that the family of the late Charles Samuel Moses Pearcey of St. John’s announce his passing on April 18, 2020, age 82 years. Born in St. John’s, Charles was the eldest son of the late James & Ethel Pearcey of the Outer Battery; Charles is also predeceased by brother-in-law Wayne Pear. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Avril (nee Pear) and three children Carleen Noftall (Chris), Blair (Karon), and Christopher (Penny); eight grandchildren Samantha, Justin, Matthew, Kayla, Jonah, Avery, Nevaeh, and Carter; brother Carl Pearcey (Rose, deceased); sister Gloria Morgan (Robert); sisters-in-law Thelma Brake (John) and Lida Pear; brother-in-law Albert Pear (Shirley) . Special mention to his first cousins whom he lived with after the Battery avalanche of 1959, Daphne MacBay (deceased), her husband Ken, Phyllis Tucker (James) and Arthur Pearcey (June); also a large circle of extended family and friends. Charlie was well known for his passion of family history of St. John’s and the Outer Battery. He was often found at the family twine store welcoming one and all. The door was always open. He received such distinction as a Provincial Historic Traditional Bearer and appeared on various TV shows and multiple magazines because of his love and passion of NL history. He will be greatly missed. At the request of the family cremation has taken place. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic restrictions a celebration of Charles’ life will be held at a later date. Donations in his memory may be made to the Autism Society of NL or the Gathering Place.
Eavis, Charles “Gary”
Passed away suddenly but peacefully on Wednesday, December 4th, 2019 at the Health Sciences Centre, Charles Gary Eavis age 67. Predeceased by his mom and dad Alfred and Ida Eavis, sister Joan King, mother and father-in-law Joyce and Stirling Kelloway.
Left with broken hearts his wife and high school sweetheart Pam (nee Kelloway); his son Grant, daughter Keira (Tom Moyle) and his constant companion GraySea, sister Wanda (Rick Young), mother-in-law Shirley Kelloway, sisters-in-law: Lisa Sharpe (Dean), Wanda Shave (Randy); brothers-in-law Keith Kelloway (Kathee Reardigan), Richard Kelloway (Annette) and his life time buddy George Bursey (Shirley), as well as his many friends at Holyrood Marina. Throughout his lifetime Gary formed many wonderful friendships through the Masons, the Shriners, Holyrood Marina and the Holyrood Marina Park Corporation. His boat “Restless I” was his passion and brought him constant joy. Much heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and Doctors of CCU HSC for their exceptional care during his stay. In lieu of flowers donations in Gary’s memory may be made to the Shriners Children’s Travel Fund. Visitations will take place on Saturday, December 7th and Sunday, December 8th from 2pm-4pm and 7pm-9pm from Barrett’s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue. Funeral service will take place on Monday, December 9th at 2pm from Topsail United Church.
Cecil Calvin Pelley
September 25, 1933 - July 30, 2020
Cecil Calvin Pelley of St. John’s, NL. passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on July 30, 2020 at his home and in the presence of his loving wife, Shirley and son, Brent. He leaves to mourn his wife of 60 years, Shirley Pelley (née: Pack); children Brent (Rhonda), Elaine (Reuven) Wpg.; and Linda (Nat) ON.; grandchildren Blair (Melissa), Alexe, Daniel and Sarah of Wpg.; great- grandchildren Marin and Mae; sister Velma (Ron) Piercey, brother Leonard; brother- in- law David Pack, sister- in- law Jennie Pack; lifelong friend John Ellis and a large circle of cousins, nieces, nephews, family and friends. Cecil is predeceased by his parents Cecil Sr. and Elsie Pelley; brother Melvin and sister-in-law Gertie (Leonard) .
Born in St John’s, NL. and raised in Hant’s Harbour and Corner Brook respectively, Cec was an industrious, adventurous and friendly lad who was always ready to lend a helping hand to others. His sense of humour, love of nature, and God were redeeming qualities that later informed his life’s path. Always eager to learn new skills, by his mid-twenties he had attained his pilot’s licence, played and coached minor hockey and was an active member of the Canadian Army Reserve. It was in Corner Brook that Cec initially met Shirley who later moved to Montreal to complete her nursing degree. At age 25, a determined Cec went to Montreal to complete his pilot’s licence and proposed to Shirley at her nursing residence.
They were married in Corner Brook in 1960 and moved to St. John’s to raise their 3 children. Apart from his lengthy career as a facilities supervisor, initially with the NL. Telephone Company and later with Memorial University, Cec was a devoted family man, churchgoer, handyman, Shriner and Mason. He spent time with his family camping, snowmobiling, gardening and fishing, in addition to attending their numerous church, school and extracurricular activities. He was instrumental in fostering independence and a strong work ethic in his children and grandchildren, and in other youth as a boy scout leader of the Vanier Scout Troop. Whatever he was doing, Cec often added a touch of humour when he sang a NL. shanty, danced or recited a verse!
Cec was an active congregant of Cochrane Street United Church and a member of the Men’s Service Club. He was a long-term member and a Past Master of the Saint John’s Masonic Lodge as well as a Past President of the St. John’s Shrine Club and acting member of the Mazol Oriental Shrine Band. It was through his involvement in the Shriner Mazol Temple that he was designated Hospital Emeritus and acted as a chairman of the Orthopaedic and Burn Children Committee. As one of the dedicated Shriner’s, Cec also impacted many families’ lives by arranging travel for burn victims requiring treatment in Montreal and Boston and by assisting with Scouts and Girl Guides Canada for children with disabilities. Furthermore, his passion to help others led him to serve on the board of directors of The Children’s Rehabilitation Centre.
Cec was a compassionate and loyal soul who would often quietly reflect and listen to your thoughts or stories. He also had a creative side that flourished in the poetry he wrote as well as in his handyman skills. A real Mr. Fix It, Cec loved to tinker in his shed and was proud of the tree fort he built for his grandchildren and the building and repairs he did at his cabin ‘Dunsearchin’ in Nine Island Pond. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed gardening, fishing, boating, snowmobiling and berry picking. He continued his hobbies and snowmobiling with his son Brent until age 78, later turning to reading, conversation and local travel when he was afflicted with Parkinson’s. Shirley’s extraordinary attention to Cec enabled him to continue enjoying the many comforts of home.
We gratefully acknowledge the exceptional care provided by Dr. Peter Noel and Cecil’s caregivers, Dale, Jonathan and Marina. Due to concerns around Covid-19, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Healthcare Foundation (NL.)
A celebration of life for Cec will be held at a later date.
H. Douglas (Swack) Wyatt
Passed away at the Health Sciences Centre on Wednesday, July 16, 2003, H. Douglas (Swack) Wyatt, aged 71 years.
Leaving to mourn his loving wife of 49 years Daphne (Udle); daughter Pam Miller (Jim, deceased), St. John’s; sons David (Debbie), Ontario, and Wayne (Doreen), Ontario; granddaughters: Cindy (Stephen Parsons), Natalie, Ashley, Nicky, Nathalie and Brigitte; brother Donald; sisters: Catherine Tooton (Ray), Barbara Slattery (John); aunts: Helen Gomm and Jean Stevens (Bob), Ottawa; special buddy Christy; as well as numerous other relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his parents Herb and Marion and brother Jaime.
Special thanks to Amy and Tammy of the Intensive Care Unit at the Health Sciences Centre.
Resting at Barrett’s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue from 10 a.m - 12 noon, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and from 10 a.m. - 12 noon on Saturday. Funeral Service 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2003 from Topsail United Church. Interment at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to Radio Station VOWR.
Carmel Teresa Dooley
September 14, 1943 - July 29, 2020
Passed peacefully away on Wednesday July, 29, 2020 surrounded by her loving Daughter Michelle, Sister Bernadette, and Cousin Rowena; at the Palliative Care unit, Dr. LA. Miller Center. Carmel Theresa Dooley (nee Maloney), aged 76.
Predeceased by her loving husband William Frances Dooley, and teenage son Clinton; parents Alexander and Gertrude (Scott) Maloney; sisters Veronica (Art) Hearn, Elizabeth Shivers, nephew Darryl; and extended family members of the Dooley, Evans, Rose, English, Burke, Maloney, Shivers, Hearn, and Putt families.
Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her daughter and best friend Michelle (Christopher) Dooley-Kirby, her sister Bernadette Maloney, brother Howard Maloney. Special friend David O'Brien, cousin and best friend Rowena Williams; best friends Sheila, Ann, Lorraine, Jeannie, Maureen, Mary, Daphne, Kay; along with a very large group of treasured and wonderful friends; especially those from the "Walk on Water" group, and the ladies at the St. Luke's Cottages. Also leaving to mourn the Dooley and Maloney families, her nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Special thanks to all of those who wrote her special messages, your calls and visits; for dropping off food, sitting with mom as her condition worsened, or helped in any way during this difficult time. Also, a special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at the palliative care unit, of the Miller Centre. To Dr. Jonathan Greenland, of the Cancer Clinic; mom's GP Dr. Elizabeth Banister, including the community nurse, Kelley Collins; and homecare worker Brenda.
All of your compassion, professionalism and care, made all the difference; and for that we will be eternally grateful.
Resting at Barretts Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue. Cremation to take place, but due to Covid, a private funeral service will take place at a later date.
Mom lived a full and happy life; and savored every opportunity, to enjoy her life to the fullest!
In lie of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the Janeway, or to The Bowring Park foundation.
Carl D. LeGrow
February 1, 1950 - October 15, 2019
LeGrow, Carl D. passed away suddenly yet peacefully at Saint Luke’s Homes on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 in the presence of his loving family, Carl LeGrow, age 69 years. Predeceased by his wife Dianne Picco LeGrow; parents Stephen & Doris LeGrow; brothers Berkley & David; sisters Jean & Norma; infant brother and niece Carla Myers. Leaving to mourn his sisters Eunice (Boyd Parsons), Evelyn, Linda (Gerry Hinchey), Sandra & Sharon (Danny Hutchings); brothers Eric (Yvonne) & Stephen (Diane Smith); br...
