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Muriel Winifred Coxon (Vale)

Passed on: March 1st, 2016

COXON (VALE)
Muriel Winifred
Passed away peacefully in her 93rd year on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, Muriel Winifred Coxon (Vale). Left with fond and loving memories are son James (Joann), stepdaughter Sheila (Walter), grandchildren Janet, Ian and Michael and great-grandchild Gavin. Predeceased by her parents, Gladys and Victor Vale, sisters Dora and Ruth and husband Melville Coxon, she will be fondly remembered by sister-in-law Mary as well as cousins, nieces, nephews and friends throughout Canada and Great Britain. The Depression, World War 2 and subsequent British austerity shaped her early years. Desiring change, this articulate and reserved lady came to Newfoundland as a nurse and midwife in April 1956. Leaving the spring greenery of England to come via sea to Newfoundland in April caused her great homesickness, but she often commented on her amazement with the countryside's' complete transformation from brown to green by June. Even after 60 years in her adopted home, Newfoundland, her heart truly remained in England. Actively involved with many organizations in the 60's and 70's she was a staunch advocate for education and learning. She was, to the end, a passionate gardener, birder, reader, lover of classical music, broad conversation and laughter and thoroughly enjoyed the people populating this grand place. She was a distinctly unique person and will be sorely missed by all whom she touched. She loved life. To quote one of her favourite poets, William Wordsworth; "The music in my heart I bore long after it was heard no more." Our family sends a special thank you to the doctors and nurses at James Paton Memorial Hospital Emergency Department and medical wards. Your professionalism and compassion is greatly appreciated. To Dr. Krista Blundell, a singular thank you for your help and concern. Thanks to the staff and management of Golden Years Estate for their diligence and kindness. Funeral service was held Friday, March 4 at 2 p.m. from St. Martins Anglican Cathedral, Gander Inurnment will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Central Northeast Health Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice. Please visit www.staceysfuneralhome.ca to leave a message of condolence. Arrangements entrusted to Stacey's Funeral Home, Gander. Please visit www.staceysfuneralhome.ca to leave a message of condolence.

 

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