Cape St. George

Anne Mary Cornect (nee Benoit) born May 5th, 1938 and died November 26th, 2011. Anne was the beloved and loyal wife of Robert for 53 years. Predeceased by daughter Sandra Marie (1960). Loving and affectionate mother to Bob (Donna) of Perth Australia, Roselinda (Chris) Dohaney of Stephenville, NL, Renate (Jeff) Mowbray of United Arab Emirates, Val (Stephanie) of Stephenville, Heidelein (Brett) Friesen of Guelph, Ontario. She was the cherished “Domma” of Cameron, Christopher, Ethan, Zachary, Noah and Piper. Great-grandmother to Hayden. Together with Robert, Anne travelled extensively around the globe. Living a military lifestyle for several years, they moved their young family frequently. Wherever they lived, Anne’s genuine warmth and sense of humor drew people towards her family and long term friendships were easily made. After settling in Cape St. George, Anne created a loving home where all were welcomed. She instilled a sense of loving security in each of her children and encouraged them to take chances in life and find happiness. Her fierce spirit, kindness and generosity will continue to live through her children and grandchildren. Anne will also be missed by her siblings and many nieces and nephews. Her family wishes to express special gratitude to Aunt Helen and cousin Pam for their loving support and tireless care. Thanks to the incredible staff on the Palliative Unit at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital for their genuinely copassionate care during the final weeks of Anne’s life. She will be missed terribly. Cremation has taken place at Russell’s Funeral Home & Crematorium, Stephenville. Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, December 3rd at 12:30 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Parish, West Street, Stephenville.