March 21, 1946 – January 5, 2021
Whitfield Pilgrim was born on March 21, 1946 to Cecil and Eliza (Hedderson) Pilgrim in Noddy Bay. As a young boy he moved with his family to Main Brook. It was here that he spent his life. In 1968 he married Julia Noseworthy and together they raised five children. He worked with Bowaters until it ceased operation in Main Brook. He then went fishing. Whit was man who loved the outdoors. He enjoyed working in the woods, being out in boat, sealing and fishing. On Tuesday night he passed peacefully away at the age of 74 years. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Julia, his children Craig (Linda), Kent (Laura), Blaine, Darrell (Selina) and Melanie (Trevor), as well as 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers Pearce and Eddie, and his sister Myra and sister-in-law Shirley. He was predeceased by his parents Cecil and Eliza and his brother Garry. He will be sadly missed. The private funeral service was held on Friday, January 8, 2021 at 2:00 pm from the Main Brook United Church with Rev. John McGonigle officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de PILGRIM WHITFIELD 2021..
Kerry M. Fillatre’s funeral home
Décès pour la Ville: Roddickton, Province: T-N