Loretta was born to John and Josephine Flynn (Byrne) of Boncloddy Street, St. John's, NL on July 27, 1911. It was here that she learned to play, pray and help out at home and in her father's cooper shop as did her three older sisters, Irene (George Martin), Madge (Marty Spry) and Marie (Charlie Kent); and her two brothers, Mike (May Wheeler) and Jack (Ermelina O'Connor). Loretta attended Our Lady of Mercy School where she studied a variety of subjects, played the piano, sang in choirs, danced on stage and performed in musicals such as "Veronica's Veil" and "Pilot's Daughter". Eventually, like four of her siblings, Loretta moved to the USA to find work. Following a period of employment in Philadelphia (Bell Telephone Company) she returned to St. John's to help care for her mother. It was here that she married Edward Furlong (deceased) and raised eight children: Edward (Eleanor Carew), Robert (Catherine Prowse), Eleanor (deceased), Pat (Erica Noonan), Dennis (Pierrette Arsenault), Madelyn (Tom Doody), Garry (Marina Collier) and Dolores. Loretta was a loving, affirming and energetic wife, mother and friend. She was especially animated and energized by the academic, athletic and personal successes of her seven children, seventeen grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. Her tireless preparation, hand knit creations and audible support would make "farther, faster and higher" a great possibility for childhood challenges such as academic events, music festivals and sports days. Loretta passed away peacefully at the age of 97 in her Fredericton residence on Wednesday, August 20, 2008. She will be greatly missed by her sister-in-law Margaret (Fred Whitten) her large family, many friends and wonderful care givers. Loretta's life was full of love, laughter and music. Her relatives and friends will honor Loretta's life at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Saturday, August 23 and Sunday, August 24 from 2 pm to 4:30 pm and 6:30 pm to 9 pm. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Mary Queen of Peace Church on Monday, August 25 at 9:30 am. Interment will follow at Belvedere Cemetery. Flowers may be sent to Caul's Funeral Home or donations forwarded in Loretta's memory to the charity of your choice. On behalf of Loretta, her family expressed sincerest appreciation to the special friends who generously and lovingly labored to make her life comfortable, enjoyable and happy; especially her care givers JoAnn Donald, Carolyn Bradford, Pat Hine, Beth Morrison; her hospice care worker Ann Murphy (BN), her doctor Tom Barry and her extramural nurses.

Joseph Leo Lavoie

 Joseph Leo Lavoie passed away at his home in Orillia, Ontario Monday July 7, 2008 at the age of 77 years. Beloved husband of the late Alice Grace Cardiff. Loving father, of Gary of Tottenham; and Kimberly Hennessy of Mississauga. Father-in-law of Kathy and son-in-law, Brian. Dear grandfather, of Sherrie, Kelly, Zachary and Joshua. Survived by his brothers, Arthur, Lionel and Marcel; and sisters, Rosalie, Rita, Juliette, Rose Anna, Rose Marie and families. Predeceased by his brother, George; and sister, Theresa. The funeral service was held at Etobicoke on Friday, July 11, 2008. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

Daniel George Parker

Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on August 5, 2008 at the age of 68, Mr. Daniel George Parker. Born in Campbellton on September 10, 1939, he was the son of the late George H. Parker and the late Freda H. Dobson. He leaves to mourn his sisters, Lillian Palmer of Niagara Falls, ON; and Marian Parker of Campbellton; his brothers, Walter Parker of Niagara Falls, ON; John Parker; and Alfred Parker both of Campbellton. Predeceased by his parents, George; and Freda Parker; his brother, Gerald Parker; and his sister, Ramona Shearer. The funeral mass was held from St. Thomas Aquinas Church Campbellton on Thursday August 7th at 1pm. Father Bill Arseneault officiating. Interment at the Parish Cemetery. Pallbearers were David Normand, Gerald Parker, John Parker, Donald Robinson, Michael Geraghty and Sherman Isaac. Funeral arrangements were in the care of Maher's Funeral Home, Campbellton.

Cindy Rivers

The passing of Cindy Rivers of Point La Nim, NB occurred on August 22, 2008 at the George Dumont Hospital in Moncton, NB. She is survived by her mother, Margaret Rivers of Omemee, ON; spouse, Harry MacNeish; son, Eric Edwards at home; grandmother, Mary Zurawinski of Ontario. Children all residing in Chilliwack, BC;Derek Patterson, Amanda Fox (Stan) and David Patterson (Michelle), grandchildren Christian Patterson, Danica Fox, Cassidy Fox, Genevieve Patterson, Hazel Patterson, Atlee Fox, also best friend, Yolande Gendron of Dalhousie, NB. Predeceased by her father, Roger Rivers. A private Memorial for family and close friends will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements were in the care of Maher's Funeral Home, Campbellton.

Anna Sophia Chamberlain

Passed away at Dalhousie Nursing Home on August 16, 2008 at the age of 86. Born in Tartu, Estonia, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Edward and Maria Berent. Anna was predeceased by her husband, John Chamberlain; her brother, Ernie Berent; and sister-in-law, Cheryl Berent (McLean). Anna graduated from Tartu Nursing School as a surgical nurse and worked in Nava, Estonia, till 1944. After the war, Anna left Europe for Canada and arrived in Dalhousie in 1948. She worked hard and brought her parents and brother to Canada to start a new life. She married and moved to Murdochville till her husband's retirement brought her back to Dalhousie Junction to live her last years. Anna is survived by her daughter, Irene Zwicker (Paul); and grandchildren, Julie Anne and Eric. Funeral mass was held at St. John Bosco church in Dalhousie on Wednesday, August 20th, 2008. Father Bill Arseneault officiating. Donations may be made to the New Brunswick Lung Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Funeral arrangements were in the care of Maher's Funeral Home, Dalhousie.