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“This morning, soft on dawns first light, my mother spread her wings took flight. A gentle breeze, a whispered sigh, her spirit soared up to the sky. No longer bound by earthly ties, an angel now with starlit eyes. Her love remains, a guiding star, though miles apart, she’s never far.”
(Author Unknown)
Katherine Oldford – December 11th 1946 – February 24th 2025
Katherine “Kay” Oldford, 78, passed away peacefully on February 24th, 2025, (the day of her 58th wedding anniversary), at James Paton Memorial Hospital, Gander, NL.
Kay was born on December 11th 1946, to parents Samuel and Dora Simmonds of Charlottetown, NL. She worked as a kitchen maid, at JPMH, where she met and married William (Bill) Old ford.
She worked hard at several jobs over the course of her life up until her retirement at 65 yrs of age. Her last job involved caring for seniors all of whom she spoke fondly of and cared for deeply. She was an avid reader up until the day she passed. She was the most amazing bread baker, and will always be remembered for her Pea Soup Saturdays. She loved to laugh to the point of tears.
Kay was predeceased by her husband William Oldford; parents Dora and Samuel Simmonds; and baby brother Wilfred James (Jimmy).
Left to mourn are daughters Trina Heffern (Gary), Joanne Balsom (Mick), and son Jim Oldford (Stephanie); grand-children Tracy Turner (Steve), Mallory Murphy (Sol), Allison Murphy (Chloe), Chelsey Old ford and Courtney Oldford; great grand-children Keira Sparkes, Kallie Sparkes, and Wesley Turner. Also left to mourn, sister Linda Blake (Joe), Michelle Blake (Stan), David Blake (Tara), as well as a large circle of nieces /nephews, family and friends.
We would like to extend our thanks to a special emergency nurse who provided kindness and compassion in our time of sorrow. Your empathy and understanding will never be forgotten. A very special thank you to the staff of Oram’s Birchview Manor for loving and caring for our mom as if she were your own family. Special thanks to Oram’s Funeral Home for their care and kind words.
A celebration of life will be determined. Memorial donations can be made to the Anglican Church Women (ACW) of Sandringham NL, at acwsandringham@gmail.com
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December 11 1946
February 24 2025
Death notice for the town of: Glovertown, Province: T-N
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We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Katherine Oldford and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
