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Shirley’s Obituary
It is with profound sadness the family of Shirley Pollard (nee Loder) originally of Great Harbour Deep, NL announce her passing after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease, at the age of 79 years, on October 6th,2023.
Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are her husband and the love of her life, Cecil and her children, Debbie (Vaden), Dennis (Carolyn) and Cathy. Also her grandchildren whom she loved so much; Zachary (Tasha), Tristan and Freddy. As well as her great grandchildren; Kayden, Miya and Jordan. She is also survived by her brother Fred (Verna) and her sister Rita (Edgar) as well as her sister-in-law Jean (Francis). Also leaving to mourn are many nieces, nephews and a large circle of extended family and friends.
Shirley is predeceased by her parents Frederick and Elizabeth Loder, her son Rene (1991), grandson Robbie (2004) and son-in-law Jody (2015). As well as her brothers; Chris, Richard, Gordon and Herbert. Her beloved sisters; Edith and Isabelle. She is also predeceased by her in-laws Alfred and Margaret Pollard, Dulcie (George), Annie (Harold), Maxwell (Edith), Ruby (George), Audrey (Ronald) and Hector (Doreen).
Shirley was a friend to everyone she met. She was born in Great Harbour Deep and lived there until she moved with her family to St. Anthony in 1979. There she worked in the local fish plant until the cod moratorium of 1992. She and Cecil relocated to Sop’s Arm, white Bay in 1995 and remained there until 2013, when the settled in Deer Lake. She loved her family and the dear friends she met in each of these communities, and she was an active member of the Anglican Church until her health no longer allowed. Shirley was very much a homebody, who loved to cook, clean, bake and loved her visits for tea and card games with the family and friends. She loved sharing cherished memories of her childhood and early adulthood spent in Great Harbour Deep, where she married and started her family. She was a loving and caring lady who embraced a simple, quiet and peaceful life. She endured much tragedy, Illness and pain and taught her family how to handle hardship and grief with the strength and dignity she truly was. She had a tremendous faith in the Lord and He remained her Savior until the end. The love she had for her family was exceptional. She worried incessantly and would do anything to protect her husband and children from harm. Her husband Cecil meant everything to her- she often shared that she could not have asked for a better partner, friend, caregiver and love. He was her arms and legs when she could no longer use her own. Together they made an unbreakable team who taught their children the true meaning of love. Shirley has been waiting 32 years to be united with her son Rene and we know he has been patiently waiting to be with her again. So, as much as her family here will miss her every day for the rest of our lives, it gives us peace to know she is being received into the arms of those she loved and missed for many years.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who cared for Shirley at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook. The staff at the Palliative Care Unit were exceptional and they sure earn their angel wings each and every day.
Visitation will be held at Parsons Funeral Home on Monday, October 9th,2023 from the hours of 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The Funeral service will take place on Tuesday, October 10th,2023 from the Anglican Church, Deer Lake at 2 pm with Rev. Petten officiating. Interment will follow at the Anglican section of the Interdenominational Cemetery on Wights Rd., Deer Lake.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Parsons Funeral Home & Chapel 63 North Main St., Deer Lake. To sign the guest book and leave a message of condolence for the family you can visit our web page at www.parsonsfuneralhome.com
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April 27 1944 October 6 2023
Death notice for the town of: Deer Lake, Province: T-N
death notice Shirley Georgina Pollard nee Loder April 27 1944 October 6 2023
obituaries notice Shirley Georgina Pollard nee Loder April 27 1944 October 6 2023
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Shirley Georgina Pollard nee Loder April 27 1944 October 6 2023 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
