BYRNE
James Joseph
Corner Brook, NL
Sept. 25, 1922 - May 31, 2015
It is with great sadness that the family of the late James Joseph Byrne announce his passing on Sunday, May 31, 2015 at the Corner Brook Long Term Care Facility at the age of 92 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his loving wife of 52 years Helena (nee Middlestadt); children: Mary Ellen Byrne (Stephen Dow), James Byrne (Dave Bennett), Lee Ann O'Reilly (Mike) and Karla Sawicki (Michael); grandchildren: Timothy, Erin, Vanessa, Savanah and Madisson; great-grandchildren: Julian, Maddie, Alys and Noah; brother Pat Byrne; as well as other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents James and Mary Ellen Byrne and brother Frank Byrne. James was a much decorated WWII Veteran. He was a member of the Newfoundland Constabulary before Confederation and then went on to distinguished service with the RCMP for 35 years. A special thank you to the DVA Unit, Corner Brook Long Term Care and Dr. Dave Coleman. Cremation has taken place. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, June 3 at 10:30 a.m. from the Cathedral of the Most Holy Redeemer, Mount Bernard Avenue with Father Edward Terry officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy in James' honor do something special for someone you love. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook. The family guest book may be signed by visit www.fillatre.ca.