Passed peacefully away on Thursday, Sept. 26, Gwendolyn Barrett (nee Coombs), aged 69 years. Gwen is predeceased by father William Coombs of Upper Island Cove (1973), and by darling daughter Angela Marie (2010). Left to rejoice in her union with the Lord are husband of 38 years Douglas; beloved sons: David and Robert (special friend Patti Alteen); mother Naomi Coombs; sisters: Marina (Kevin Coombs) and Flora (Moses Bradbury); brother Clayton Coombs; sister-in-law Donna Kelly (Jack), as well as a wide circle of other family and friends. Resting at Lynch’s Funeral home, Spaniard’s Bay. Visitation on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. noon, 2-4 p.m., and 7-9 p.m. and Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The Requiem Eucharist will be celebrated on Monday, Sept. 30 at 11 a.m. at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Upper Island Cove, followed by interment in Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Mal Tree Hill, Spaniard’s Bay. Flowers graciously accepted, or donations in her memory may be made to St. Peter’s Church.
“Rest eternal grant unto her, O Lord,
and let Light perpetual shine upon her.
May she rest in peace.”