James passed away peacefully, after a very short, yet, courageous battle with cancer at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville, NL, surrounded by family and friends at the age of 63 years. He leaves to mourn with fond memories, his wife of 40 years, Joanne, son Troy, daughter, Gwen and although canine, his “unofficial” grandchild Lexxi, whom he loved dearly with all his heart and was known to as “Poppy”. He also leaves to mourn siblings: Regina, Dallas, Bertram (Helena), Joseph (Mary Anne) and their families and his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Wayne (Ellen), Gerry (Jan), Patricia and Linda and their families, respectively. Also, special friends Donnie and Joe, longtime workmates Bob and Luke, and too many more to mention, you were very dear friends of Dad and you are also considered part of his family. James was predeceased by his parents, Stanley and Delsia Young, and by his father and mother-in-law, Leo and Elizabeth Gaultois. James, known to many as “Jimmy” was a jack of all trades and despite many barriers during his early life, started his career driving truck for the Food Centre “back in the day”. Over the years he acquired skills in many trades, including Carpentry, Welding and Mechanics, but as many know, his true love was the water - and working most of his life as a Fisherman was his passion. He especially loved being able to pass these things onto his son, Troy. He always wanted to try out new things and all through his life was interested in the newest and most modern fishing methods and loved the learning process. One of his proudest accomplishments was returning to school and completing his fishing Master Class 1 Certificate and becoming a designated “Captain”. Although happiest on the water, he was a true Newfoundlander and loved being outdoors, whether at his cabin at Little Port Harmon or a t Mitchell’s Pond, he was always involved in catching fish or game, cutting logs or just sitting around a fire listening to a good yarn or having a chat with another “skipper”. Dad was also very proud of being a member of the Coast Guard Auxillary for over 25 years. At James’ request, cremation has taken place. Family and friends may visit Russell’s Funeral Home, 57 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville for Visitation on Wednesday, June 5th from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Interment to take place at a later date. As per James’ wishes, as expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations would be greatly appreciated to the Bay St. George Sick Children’s Foundation in his honour. Our family would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all the nursing staff for their care and compassion during this very difficult time. Also, to our family and many friends who visited or contacted us during Dad’s final days and provided such support and comfort - words cannot say enough - we will be forever grateful to you all, thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts. Even during his final days, Dad still had his moments where he expressed his sarcasm to us and made us laugh in a time of great sorrow. Thank you again to you all, it meant so much. Friends may sign the online guest book by visiting www.russellsfuneralhome.ca

“Red sky at morning, sailors take warning; Red sky at night, sailors delight” Rest in Peace, Dad.