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1940
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2019
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Willis Major Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that the families of the late Willis Augustus Major announce his passing at the Bonne Bay Health Centre, in Norris Pt, NL, on Tuesday, June 11th, 2019 at the age of 79 years.
Willis was predeceased by his loving wife; Gertrude nee Welsh, his parents; Jake and Margaret Major, and his mother and father-in-law; Mary and Israel Welsh. Also leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his loving and devoted partner; Elaine, his children; Christine (Brian), Boyd, Craig (Linda), Keith (Carrie), Shawn (Wendy), Tracey (Jamie), Patsy (Gerald), Donna (Gary), and Gaylan (Kathy), his grandchildren; Scott, Alicia, Ryan, Robert, Richelle, Sara-Lee, C.J, Jacob, Chelsea, Randi-Lynn, Jamie-Lynn, Jason (Melissa), Roland, Scott, and Natasha, his great grandchildren; Jayson, Nathan, Jaxon, Cailey, and Paxton.
The family will be receiving family and friends at the Church of The Good Shepherd in Norris Pt, NL, on Wednesday, June 12th, 2019 from the hours of 7-9 pm, and continuing on Thursday, June 13th, 2019 from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 pm, where also the funeral service will take place from on Friday, June 14th, 2019, at 2:00 pm, with Deacon Wilhelmina Green officiating with the burial to follow at the family plot of the Anglican Church cemetery in Rocky Hr, NL.
To sign the guest book or send a message of condolence please visit our web page at www.parsonsfuneralhome.com
The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home & Chapel 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL.
“Forever in our Hearts”
Memories and Condolences
for Willis Major
42 Entries
Gladys Parsons
June 16, 2019
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Sending you all our deepest condolences. Thinking of you during this difficult time, hugs.
Shirley Montague
June 15, 2019
We are only now learning of Willis's passing. Too late to share a moment with his family though please know that we will always remember him as a true gentle man and gentleman. He always had a smile and a kind word for anyone who took the time to say hello. He has had a special place in our hearts ever since our early days in Norris Point.
Shirley Montague and Terry Delaney
Morris and Sandra Payne
June 15, 2019
We are so sorry to hear of Williss passing our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Amanda Freeman
June 14, 2019
Our deepest sympathies Shawn and Wendy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Frances Shears
June 14, 2019
Sincere condolences to Elaine and all Willis family. Your loved one is now free from all suffering and pain. God Bless you all.
Lloyd and Bride Harding
June 14, 2019
To all Willis children and grandchildren although we are not home to visit with you all at this sad time you are all in our thoughts and prayers. You were certainly all so precious to Willis and the apples of his eyes and he would always glow as he spoke of you . He always had that big smile and no matter what or how much he was hurting he would always say he felt number one. What a blessing to have such strength. We enjoyed many nice chats with him. He will surely be missed. Take care and always enjoy your great memories.
Lloyd and Bride Harding
June 14, 2019
Our deepest condolences to Elaine and all the families. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We will always remember many lovely chats with Willis and always a smile no matter what. We are not home to visit with you all but we are sure thinking of you all. Take care.
Pansy Payne Barry
June 14, 2019
To the families of Willis , I had the privilege of working with Willis at the old Bonn Bay Hospital, then later was one of his nurses. I will always remember him as warm , generous person . Our social butterfly he knew so many people and if he did meet someone new it didnt take him long to become life long friends . Rest In Peace you will be missed Pansy Payne Barry
Susan & Doug Pittman
June 13, 2019
Our condolences to all of Willis's family,
Willis was a kind and positive man and never complained of anything, always had a smile
and loved to see visitors come ,,,he was always ready for a little chat and was guaranteed to make you laugh about something, he was liked by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
He will be surely missed..
Rest in Peace Willis....... Gone But Never Forgotten...
Jim & Joan Bowen & Combdon
June 13, 2019
It was a gift to have know Willis, he was a wonderful gentleman who we will remember fondly. Our condolences to his family and friends.
Dr. Jim Bowen & Joan Combdon
Rowena Laing
June 13, 2019
To Willis's family, Elaine and family
So sorry to hear of Willis's passing. I worked with him at Bonne Bay Hospital and I have many
fond memories. He was a very kind and honest man.
Rowena Laing
Dana Pittman
June 13, 2019
A positive greeting, a kind gesture, a welcoming smile, and of course the most fun and helpful on photo days. Please know I am very sorry for your loss.
Leann Benoit
June 13, 2019
Uncle Willis,
My years growing up next door to you were certainly better because of it. Your ability to create a good laugh, it seemed all the time, is something I think of the moment I think of you. Growing up I saw you as my Uncle next door raising my six cousins. In my later years your kids somehow naturally took on roles of Aunts and Uncles to my kids and even in my eyes. I was always so fond of Tracey, Shawn, Keith, Craig, Christine, and Boyd growing up next door to me. My memories are plenty. One would assume that is the natural feeling for cousins to have but as I have gotten older into my adult years I have realized it was something extra special. It was how you raised them. They are pieces of an inspiring love that existed with an Aunt I never knew but yet she always seemed there. They are the result of your strength and courage to rise above the most heart breaking time of your life. Little did I know that your strength and courage to keep going, focused on your kids, would have a monumental impact on me. I thank you for being that role model to me, for teaching me more then you ever knew even from a distance. I will always remember the sparkle in your eyes even decades later that would appear when you spoke of my Aunt Gertrude. I thank you for that. You gave me that. I thank you for showing me how beautiful it was to love again. To let love into your life and to allow our family to grow with Elaine.
I am sending the most sincere condolences to your loved ones. Strength and courage to those who need it most. Happy thoughts to those who need a laugh to feel you with them.
My heart feels for you, Elaine, at this time of deep loss. May you be wrapped in warm hugs.
My heart feels for you, my dear sweet six cousins, as you let your Dad go. May you know how much he loved you and was so enormously proud of each of you. You and every addition you brought to his family were the lights of his life.
Rest in peace Uncle Willis. Your legacy is one that will always be remembered fondly.
All my love and thoughts.
Tammie Major
June 13, 2019
My heart is deeply saddened of the passing of my great Uncle Willis. The summer's that I visited my dad Lloyd Major I would always see great uncle Willis. He would stop to my dads on the way down the road or I would go to the home and bring him a treat. The memories of visiting him, his story telling and jokes will never be forgotten. He was such a loving , kind and great man he will be dearly missed. My condolences to all family and friends. So sorry I could not attend the service. May you rest in peace my Great Uncle Willis.
Love , Tammie & Ken Major -Candow
Tom & Juanita Morrissey
June 13, 2019
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen Neilson nee Power
June 12, 2019
Uncle Willis was a favourite Uncle. He was always so kind to us when we were young. He had a very trying life - but was always such a positive person - always saw the good. He reminded me of his Mom. I loved him. He always took action when he felt something was wrong and helped anyone he could.
Maxine Shears
June 12, 2019
With sympathy to the Major family, Elaine and family on the passing of Willis. Willis was a very kind man who was such a support to me during my Mother, Mariah Shears, stay at BBCH long term care. I will remember Willis always.
Lew and Melvina Decker
June 12, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts are with you all.
Tracy Bennett
June 12, 2019
Willis was such a wonderful person. We always enjoyed visiting with him when we came home in the summer. We will miss him. Sending all our love and hugs.
Theresa Major
June 12, 2019
So sorry to hear of Williss passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
Jennifer Organ (Maranta)
June 12, 2019
To the major family so sorry of Williss passing! Keep the memories within your hearts. He was wonderful person.
Steve and Jenny Mudge
June 12, 2019
Elaine, Patsy, Gerald, and Roland. Were so sad to hear of Willis passing, but we are relieved that his long period of suffering and discomfort are now over. Life is made of memories, and Im sure you have many that will bring Willis closer. Keep them in your hearts and thoughts, and know that you are covered in prayers of peace and comfort, at this time, and always! God Bless.
Sherry Humber-Carter
June 12, 2019
My deepest condolence to the family.
Mr Major was an amazing and very intelligent person who will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family
Lillian Major
June 12, 2019
To Willis' family my sincere condolences on his passing. For his children deepest sympathies, Love Aunt Lillian Major.
Jim and Rona Buffett
June 12, 2019
Sending Our Deepest Sympath to family.
Jim and Rona Buffett ,Labrador City .
Dan Wilton
June 12, 2019
I knew willis years ago when Dad and I were going around reading meters. My thoughts are with his family, and thinking about you all.
Meta Payne
June 12, 2019
So sorry to hear about the passing of Willismy deepest Condolences to all the family.. he was a sweet loving and very caring man always had a smile on his face.he was always there to listen and give support whenever he could ..if you asked how he was he would always say number one.....RIP Sweet man God has gained another angel
Thelma Major
June 12, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sam and Marina Philpott
June 12, 2019
Sorry to hear of Willis passing our prayers are with the major family
Linda and Wilson Janes
June 12, 2019
We are thinking of all the family today. We have so many memories. Lots of fun and laughter with this man and family. May God surround you with His love and strength today.
Laud Pittman
June 12, 2019
Our condolences to the Major family and to Elaine and family for all the love and support over the years. May all your many loving memories get you through this difficult time. RIP Willis
Beverly Decker
June 12, 2019
Sending my deepest condolences to the Major family. Willis was a wonderful man. I will always remember him with a smile. Cherish your memories
Gerine Collingwood
June 12, 2019
So sorry to hear of Willis passing
I have many memories of growing up with him
My prayers and thoughts are with the family
Dora Decker
June 12, 2019
Elaine and family
Willis was a strong, courageous man that fought a good fight .
Your love and support helped him through some very difficult times.
Our sincere condolences to you .
Dora And Koylie
Dora Decker
June 12, 2019
To Willis children and grandchildren...our sincere condolences on the passing of your father and grandchildren. He was a friend to all who knew him.
He was a very courageous, always positive and loving person, through all his hurdles in life he always had a big smile. Each of his children meant the world to him and his eyes sparkled when he talked about you . Rest assured he loved you all dearly.
Koylie and I regret that we are away at this sad time and didnt get to see you all.
May all the memories you have shared together help you through this difficult time .
Think off his smile , it will brighten your aching hearts .
Love Dora and Koylie
Neila and Wilfred Ellsworth
June 12, 2019
Sorry to hear of Willis passing may your Precious Memories help you through this difficult time.
Lonnie and Vanessa Payne
June 12, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Willis was a wonderful man whose smile lit up the world. He will be forever missed. God Bless.
Ena Smith
June 12, 2019
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing, my condolences to all of the family.
Catherine Short
June 12, 2019
Sincere condolences on the loss of Willis. During my time as Priest in the parish, Willis and I had some wonderful conversations. He was always so positive, caring and thoughtful. I will temember him with fondness always. The Very Rev. Kay Short.
Julia Gilley
June 12, 2019
forever in my heart , a kind wonderful sweet sweet man xoxoxoxo
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