Obituaries

HEARN Brian

Passed away at St. Clare’s Hospital on Monday December 16th, 2019, Brian Hearn, at age 70 years. Predeceased by his parents Raymond and Mary Hearn, and sister Geraldine Fitzgerald and brother Francis (Frank) Hearn. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of memories, his wife Melvie, daughters Lisa (Duane Rose) and Tina (Trevor Oates) His four much-loved grandchildren, Jake, Beth, Jackson and Declan. Sisters Carmelita Hearn (Halifax, NS) and Clare (Charles Oldford), Kanata Ontario and brother Raymond Hearn (Virginia, USA). Nieces Krista, Clare, Amanda, Mary, and Bobbie. Nephews Joey and Christopher. Plus many other family members and cherished close friends. At Brian’s request there will be no wake or funeral service.

O’BRIEN Robert John

It is with great sorrow that we share the sudden passing of Robert (Bob) O’brien at the age of 78 years. He was the cherished partner of Suzanne Brake (his Susie). He leaves with many wonderful memories his children, Rick (Debbie) Stanley; Rob O’brien, Erin (Jason) Smith, Sean (Adrienne) O’brien, and their mother Agnes O’brien; and Caitlin Woelfle O’brien and her mother Elizabeth Woelfle; step-children Nick (Jess) Crosbie, and Tom (Jill) Crosbie; grandchildren, Jillian, Holly, Madeline, Royden and Bridget; step grandchildren Rae, Calvin and George and great grandchildren Eli and Mya; as well as his sisters Jeannette (Stu) Vokey and Maureen (Barry) Fisher. Bob also leaves behind many family and friends who will miss him terribly. Bob left Newfoundland as a young man to seek out a new life in Ontario. He was a man of many talents...too many to list. He started Display Arts of Toronto which grew to be a very successful Toronto based business with showrooms in New York City; he was well known in the arts community for his passion and support for writers, visual artists and musicians such as Figgy Duff, WGB and Buddy Wasisname and the Other Fellers who he brought to perform at the Caravan in Toronto. Bob taught himself to play the recorder, accordion and bodhran. He wrote meaningful poems. He had a black belt in karate. He loved gardening and renovating heritage houses. He loved sailing and one of his proudest accomplishments was bringing the Newfoundland Flotilla of 100 boats from Toronto to Bonavista to meet the Matthew in 1997 and further creating a lasting scholarship for students at the Marine Institute. Bob started Oceannet, a non profit group to clean beaches and ghost nets and for 11 years worked tirelessly as a volunteer. He started the Doryhouse Gift Shop in St. John’s and became a regular sight on Water Street where everyone loved Bob. Bob was most content in his adopted home of Cupids. Most importantly, Bob was kind, generous and compassionate and saw the good in everyone. At his request Bob was cremated. Family will receive visitors at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Thursday, December 19 from 2-4 and 7-9; a celebration of his life will be held on Friday, December 20th at 1:30 pm at the Carnell Memorial Chapel, followed with interment at the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Road. No flowers by request; in the spirit of Bob, take time this year to clean a beach and remember this extraordinary loving man. To send a message of condolence, please visit www.carnells.com. As often quoted by Bob “Newfoundland...she is the maiden of the sea and home sweet home to me; I long to sit on her rocky shores and leave there no more”.

ELMS Steven William

Passed away suddenly on November 28, 2019 at his home in Yellowknife, age 45 years. Predeceased by grandparents Marion and William Elms, Louise and Robert Clarke, aunt Barbara, cousin Bobby. Left with loving memories son Michael (Michael’s mother Megan); parents Mona and Byron; brothers Sean (Adrienne, Zachery, Keagan, Seamus), David (Erika, Leah, Gabriel); aunts and uncles David and Anita Elms, Isabel (Wayne) Gifford, Shirley (Aubrey) Coombs, John Parsons and their families. Visitation at Moore’s Funeral Home Bay Roberts Wednesday December 18, 10am to 9pm. A celebration of life will be held at St. John the Evangelist Church Coley’s Point Thursday December 19, 2pm. Donations in Steven’s memory may be made to Diabetics Canada - NL Division. Forever in our Hearts

ORGAN Kathleen (Margaret) nee Gosse

Passed peacefully away at Cambridge Estates on Saturday December 14, age 86. Predeceased by her husband Bill Organ, parents, James and Mary Ellen (Lacey) Gosse, sisters, Sister Marie RSM, Ethel Halley, Sadie Guanci, Sister Perpetua Gosse and brothers, Thomas Gosse and Gus Gosse. Leaving to mourn her children Jim (Dianne), Jo Ann (Al Williams), Janet (Jim Snair); grandchildren Michael Organ (Melissa), Allison Organ (Dave Sutton); great-grandchildren Jayden and Leo Organ; her sister Josephine (Tony) Guanci, and sister-in-law Anne Gosse, Elizabeth Moore, Louise O’grady, Marg Kirsebom and Mary (Court) Maddigan. Kay was a nurse by profession and thoroughly enjoyed her work. All of her family and friends would know that Kay and her husband Bill lived life to the fullest. From their days at their cabin in Horeschops, to the cottage in Branch, they spent their free time hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, argo adventures, berry picking, hiking, camping and spending quality time with family and friends. Then came the motorcycle years and as a couple they traveled throughout the province, eastern Canada and as far south as Boston. They were always on the move and had a positive attitude on life. The family would like to send out its heartfelt thanks for the compassionate care she received from the professional staff of Cambridge Estates, Dr. Singleton, and the friendship of the residents of Cambridge estates, who together made her time there so enjoyable. Cremation has taken place. The family will be receiving visitors at Carnell’s Funeral Home on 329 Freshwater Road, Thursday December 19th, from 2-4 pm and 7- 9 pm. A celebration of Kay’s life will be held in the Carnell Memorial Chapel at 10:00 am Friday December 20th and will be immediately followed by a reception at the funeral home. Internment to follow at a later date. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. To send a message of condolence, please visit www.carnells.com.