Corner Brook, NL

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Claude Elmer Anstey announce his passing on Monday, July 8, 2013 at the Corner Brook Long Term Care Facility at the age of 91 years. A loving husband for 64 years, father for 67 years and 91 years as a proud Newfoundlander. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his sons: David (Ursula) of Stephenville and Donald of Corner Brook; grandchildren: Christopher (Sheena) Anstey of Upper Tantallon, NS, Robyn (Ryan) Gillespie of Ralston, AB, Jennifer (David) Hynes and Donnie Anstey of Corner Brook; five great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Maxine Anstey; sisters-in-law: Mary Follett of Corner Brook and Myrtle Purchase of Vancouver; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Lucy (Follett); brother, Maxwell; sisters: Kate Pottle and Maxine Fudge; parents: Elijah and Beatrice (Snow) Anstey. Claude was a well-known businessman who operated Humber Electric and Music Company Limited on Broadway in Corner Brook and Claude’s Bargain Centre in Norris Point for many years. Claude was born on Sceviours Island, Notre Dame Bay, NL and moved to Corner Brook with his family in 1924. As a young man in Corner Brook, he ­participated in Track and Field, Soccer, Broomball, Softball and Basketball. Claude served 12 years of executive positions with Corner Brook Hockey Association, six years as Vice-President NAHA in charge of Junior Hockey for the Province, 16 years as President of NAHA from 1970-1986, four years as Past-President NAHA, 16 years as the longest serving director of the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association and four years as chairman of the NAHA Appeals Board. To round off a 45 year span of involvement in hockey, he spearheaded the establishment of The NL Hockey Hall of Fame in Corner Brook. For his service to the sport he dearly loved, he was honored with: Life membership in Hockey Newfoundland and Labrador, NAHA Gold Stick Award - 1971, CAHA award for outstanding service to Minor Hockey and the CAHA Order of Merit - 1987. Claude also served 10 years as president of West Side Playground Association, 12 years as President of the Corner Brook Broomball Association and eight years as president of the Corner Brook Softball association. He was a past member of the Lions Club, Rotary Club of Corner Brook, Corner Brook Chamber of Commerce and West Side Businessman’s Association. In 2004, he was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award in Sports by the City of Corner Brook. He also had a great love and devotion to his church; he served many years as a Bandsman and Band Secretary. He served 10 years as a deputy Songster Leader and eight years as Songster Leader with the Salvation Army Temple Corps and then served 12 years as Songster Leader with the Salvation Army Citadel Corps of Corner Brook. Upon his retirement, the Salvation Army recognized his 28 years of service with a Lifetime Commission as an “Honorary Songster Leader.” Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue, on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. & Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, July 12 at 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Temple, Citadel Drive, with Captains Stephen and Erika White officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers ­graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca