The Telegram (St. John's)

ST. CROIX Josephine (Coombs) (1935 – 2020)

- “Mothers hold their children’s hands for a while but their hearts forever”

It is with great sadness and love we announce the passing of our dear Mom, Nan (Great-nan). She is predecease­d by husband Austin, sons Kerry and Joseph, son-in-law Brendan and beloved siblings and lifelong friends. Left with cherished memories are Des (Kathleen), Myra (Loyola), Melvin (Brenda), Elaine (Keith), Sharmaine (Mark), Glenyase (Joe), Matt (Teresa), Melinda (Kevin) and Wanda. She also leaves behind her Pride & Joy, her Grandchild­ren and Great-grandchild­ren. Her siblings Mike (Rose), Peggy (Willie), Herbert (Violet). As well her three best friends Kay Harding, Kay Ryan and Aggie Walsh. We would like to thank Father Peter for his many years of friendship and support with Mom. Rest assured she appreciate­d every call and visit. We would like to thank the medical teams who provided exceptiona­l care both in Newfoundla­nd and Ontario. Mom’s life was challengin­g but she faced it with a smile, a sense of humour and her incredible strength. We felt her unconditio­nal love but many times her ultimate goal was to make us laugh, which she did right to the end. Mom touched so many people because when you met her, she immediatel­y embraced you with her easy-going ways. Her knitting needles, bingo dabber and deck of cards may be resting but when we see them, we will remember so many happy times.

“Love Always” – Your family.

Cremation has taken place and funeral arrangemen­ts will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Janeway Telethon in honour of Mom’s love of children. Condolence­s, tributes and donations may be made at: www.tubmanfune­ralhomes.com

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