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Cecilia Bridget Brothers
Peacefully and surrounded by those she loved, Cecilia Brothers (Nee Murphy) at the age of 78 years, passed away at the Lions Manor Nursing Home in Placentia, Newfoundland on April 18th, 2023.
Cecilia was born on Crawley’s Island, a small island in Placentia Bay. When Cecilia was nine years of age, her family relocated to Long Harbour, Newfoundland which was a town near the island home. She lived there her entire life with her loving husband Gordon and together they raised their five children.
Cecilia married Gordon Brothers on April 30th, 1966 (57 years). She worked at the Lions Manor Nursing Home and retired in 2010. She enjoyed knitting, baking, dancing, music and always enjoyed the company of children.
She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter Dana, her parents Denis and Elizabeth Murphy; brothers Aloysius and Dennis.
Leaving to mourn with beautiful memories her loving husband Gordon and her daughters: Kim, Renee (Sean Nolan) and Nadine; son Sheldon (Shani).
Cecilia’s death will also be mourned by her grandchildren: Shingi (Richard), Thea (Darryl), Taylor, Peter, Liam and Sam; her great grandchildren: Mackenzie, Jackson, Aria and Lorenzo.
Lovingly remembered by her siblings: Bridget Keating, Yvonne Murphy, Terry (Betty) Murphy, Gerard (Vivian) Murphy, Colin Murphy and Richard Murphy.
Many other members of the Brothers and Murphy families will also grieve Cecilia’s passing. Gordon’s siblings: Gladys, Anne, Florence, Shirl (Gary), Elizabeth, Gordon deceased, Patricia deceased, Ford deceased, Marie deceased, Lawrence deceased, Bill deceased, Art deceased and Reg deceased (Mable). Along with many nephews, nieces and cousins.
Cecilia’s family thanks sincerely the staff of the Lions Manor Nursing Home for the exceptional and loving care during her short time with them. Many of the caregivers were former colleagues during the years Cecilia worked there as an LPN. No words can adequately express how appreciative we are for your numerous acts of love, kindness and respect bestowed upon our beloved wife and mother. We will forever sing your praises.
Cremation has taken place and a visitation will occur on Sunday April 25th, 2023 at 2:00 – 9:00 pm. No church service will be held at this time with the plans of a Celebration of Life to be held later at a date to be determined.
Donations in her memory can be made to the
Alzheimer Society of Newfoundland (alzheimer.ca/nl/en)
Placentia Lion Manor Recreation Department
Francis Xavier Cemetery Fund
“Gentle Woman Rest in Peace”
April 20 2023
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We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Cecilia Bridget Brothers April 20 2023 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
