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Rocky Harbour, NL

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Daphne Norma Young announce her passing at the Bonne Bay Health Center in Norris Point, NL, on Friday, March 19th, 2010, at the age of 63 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: her husband, Calvin; her daughters: Colleen Penney and Roxanne (Jason Richard); her grandchildren: Samantha, Nathaniel and Delilah; her brother, William (Rachael) Drodge; her sister, Mrs. Anne Squires; her sisters-in-law: Mrs. Audrey Drodge, Mrs. Emma Drodge, Mrs. Lucy Hillier and Mrs. Muriel Shears. Daphne was predeceased by her parents, Stewart & Maisie Drodge; her brothers: Stan and Cliff Drodge; her brothers-in-law: Ray Squires, Lewis Hillier, Cecil Shears and William Young. Also leaving to mourn a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives, family, friends and her extended family. The family will be receiving family and friends from St. Matthews Anglican Church in Rocky Harbour, NL, from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Saturday, March 20th, 2010 and Sunday, March 21st, 2010 from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., where also the funeral service will take place on Monday, March 22nd, 2010, at 2:00 p.m.; Rev. John Olsson officiating. Burial to follow at the church cemetery in Rocky Harbour, NL. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home & Chapel, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL. To sign the guest book or send a message of condolence, please visit our web page at www.parsonsfuneralhome.com

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• Karen Gorman on March 22nd, 2010

  “Please accept my heartfelt condolences to Calvin, Roxanne and our dear friend Colleen. These past few months have been difficult, but she\'s free from pain now. May your memories comfort you.”

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• Calvin & Family

  Iris on March 22nd, 2010

  “Calvin,
  I was very sad when I heard of Daphne\\\'s passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you Colleen, Roxanne & family.
  
  May you all be strong for each other.
  
  Iris Hayter (Sparkes ) & Family
  
  ”

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• Thinking of you

  Audrey Drodge on March 22nd, 2010

  “We were very sad to hear of Dahne\'s passing and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Though it is difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back on all the wonderful memories comfort you tomorrow and always. From Audrey, Shelley, Danny, Greg and families.”

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• Beverly Tetford on March 22nd, 2010

  “I am so very sorry to hear of Daphne\'s passing. She will always be remembered for her kindness and generosity she gave to the community.
  I had the privilege of spending time with her over the years as she dedicated her time to improve the lives of the residents of the hospital through her Volunteer and Auxiliary work.
  My thoughts and prayers are with you all and may you have some peace in knowing how much of an imprint she left of all the hearts she touched. ”

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• Norma Anderson (nee Andrews) on March 21st, 2010

  “Very sorry to hear of Daphne\'s passing. The last time I saw Daphne was at her mom\'s funeral, but when we were younger, we had lots of fun at her mom\'s house (my Aunt Maisie) in Caplin Cove. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.”

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• Milton Butt on March 20th, 2010

  “Calvin,
  
  My heart goes out to you and your family today. I just heard of the sad passing of your dear and loving wife. May you all be strong for each other.
  
  Milt”

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