Alice Mary Bennett

Corner Brook, NL It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Alice Mary Bennett at Corner Brook Long Term Care on Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at the age of 91. She will be lovingly remembered by her 14 children: Joseph (Leona), Patti Menchenton, Charles (Mona), Jan McLellan (Gary), Dolly/Mary Williams, Dana (Elaine), Donnie, Wanda Pynn (Tyrone), Gary (Sherry), Sherry Andrews (Darrell), Shawn (Elizabeth), Karen Young (Brett), Connie Ehler (Fred), Michelle Street (Shawn); 28 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren; sister Mercedes Compagnon, brothers John Duffy (Janette), Don Duffy (Loretta), Vincent Duffy; sisters-in-law Rita Bennett (Ben), Margaret Hackett (Jack), Rita O’Connell (Phonse), as well she is survived by a large number of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Pius, daughter Lorraine, grandson Anthony, parents John and Maude Duffy, brothers Frank, Albert, Laris (Manny), Peter, sister Doris and special friend Arch Jesseau. Mom was a very outgoing, talented person who knew how to live life to the fullest. She remained young at heart and always enjoyed the company of her family and friends. She put her talents to good use spending many hours knitting, sewing, crafting and volunteering. We will also remember her for her love of music, dancing and many outdoor activities. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Long Term Care, 3 North and Dr. Westby for the excellent care and compassion shown to our mom over the last 4 years. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home 4 St. Mark’s Avenue Thursday 7-9 pm and Friday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, March 24th, 2018 at 10:30 am from Our Lady Star of the Sea, Benoits Cove with Father Jim Robertson officiating, followed by the interment at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or memorial donations may be made to a charity of ones choice. A note of condolence may be left for the family by visiting www.fillatre.ca.