Passed peacefully away at her son's residence on Friday, September 26, 2008, Mrs. Mary Dawe of Clarke's Beach, aged 102 years; one of Newfoundland's oldest citizens. In past years, Mrs. Dawe was an active member of the community, particularly Clarke's Beach United Church which she, with her late husband Gordon, attended and ensured that their children participated in the various groups and activities. In recent years Mrs. Dawe, while maintaining her home, resided with her son Howard and his wife Eleanor. On July 19, 2006, she enjoyed a wonderful 100th birthday celebration which was hosted in her own home. It was only lately that her health became a concern. Mrs. Dawe was predeceased by her husband Gordon in 1988, son Bill, parents Robert and Rachael Badcock, brothers: Robert (Emmie), Clayton (Frances), Harold (Susie), Ernest (May); half-brother William (May), sisters: Annie (Raymond) Parsons, Fannie Badcock: half-sisters: Mabella (Isaac) Bishop, Flora Badcock; and sister-in-law Annie Badcock. Leaving with treasured memories are her daughter Mona (Douglas) Snow, sons: Harold (Barbara), Howard (Eleanor), Alex (Annie); 24 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren, daughter-in-law Patricia, brothers: Melvin Badcock, Eric (Belinda) Badcock and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Resting at Moore's Funeral Home, Clarke's Beach on Saturday 7 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 12 noon, 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9:30 p.m., Monday 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Funeral service will take place from Clarke's Beach United Church, Clarke's Beach on Monday, September 29, 2008 at 2 p.m. with interment in the family plot at Clarke's Beach United Church Cemetery. No flowers by request. In memoriam donations may be made to the Clarke's Beach United Church building fund.