It is with great sadness that the family of the late Clara May Gabriel (nee Bennett) announce her peaceful passing with family by her side on April 17, 2013 at the Glenbrook Lodge in St. John’s. Predeceased by William, her husband of 64 years, her parents: Luke Michael Bennett and Viola Russell, son, Con, daughters: Delores and Cynthia, brothers: Francis, Chris, Leroy and Dossie, sisters: Margaret and Barbara. She is survived by daughters: Loretta, Patricia (Joseph Enguehard), Mary (Ed Cadigan), Irene (Alex Manzo), Shelly (George Coffin), Glenna, Viola (Rex Iwaskow), Michelle (Danny Murphy) and by sons: Michael (Verna), George, Patrick (Milly), Brian (Louis), Roy (Rose), Blake (Diane) and by sisters: Violet and Lena. Mom will also be sadly missed by her 38 grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She raised 17 children and had no greater joy than making bread, hanging out long lines of clothes and family get togethers, sharing and usually providing laughter and good times. The Gabriel’s welcome you to the visitation’s as we remember that family is the greatest catechism God has given the world. Friends may call at Russell’s Funeral Home, 57 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville on Saturday, April 20th from 7-9 p.m. and Sunday, April 21st from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, April 22nd at 1:30 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. Friends may sign the online guest book by visiting www.russellsfuneralhome.ca