RAYMOND, Olive Evelyn Eileen – Passed away peacefully on November 17th, 2011, age 88 years. Eileen was predeceased by her parents, Albert and Sophia Belle (Bennett) Milley, step-mother Maud (Gill) Milley, husband William (Bill) Raymond, brother Frank Milley, sisters Joan Rodriguez and Ethel Watzec and son-in-law, Alex Geange. Leaving to mourn are sister Eileen (Peter) Irish, brother Albert (Verna) Milley, as well as sister-in-law and cousin, respectively, Marg and Don Milley. Eileen will also be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by daughters: Brenda Geange of St. John’s, Jean (Bill) Peckford of Elmsdale, NS; sons: Jack of St. John’s, and Ken (Ann) of Appleton. Nan will be sadly missed by precious grandchildren Natalie Falk, Kimberley (Gord) MacKinnon, Ken (Gloria) Geange, Doug (Heather) Geange, Amy (Anthony) Murray, Tiffany (Chris) Percey, and a large circle of great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and friends. Born in Halifax, Eileen grew up in Badger and on Exploits Island. At 19, she was courted, serenaded and won over by the love of her life, Bill Raymond of Catalina. After their marriage in 1943, she went on to live in Fogo and later Gander to raise her family. A kind, compassionate and selfless woman who saw good in every person she met, she was happiest when surrounded by family, close friends and especially children. Her kitchen was her castle and she gleaned much satisfaction from cooking and sharing delicious meals and home-baked sweets with the many who came through her door. She had a wonderful sense of humour and loved to share a story and her infectious laugh. She loved the simple things in life and together with Bill, passed on her love of camping, nature and the outdoors to her entire family. The family will welcome visitors at Stacey’s Funeral Home, Gander on Friday, November 18, 2011 from 2 pm to 4 pm and again at 7 pm to 9 pm. A Celebration of Life in Eileen’s honour will take place at St. Martin’s Anglican Cathedral on Saturday, November 19, 2011 at 2 pm. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, the family will appreciate any donations in Eileen’s memory to be made to the Cancer Clinic at the James Paton Memorial Hospital, Gander. Arrangements entrusted through Stacey’s Funeral Home, Gander. To sign the online guest book please visit www.staceysfuneralhome.ca.
“We will love you always,
for love never ends.”