Corner Brook, NL

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Austin Kent Manuel announce his peaceful passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Thursday, April 29th, 2010, at the age of 81 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: his wife of 56 years, Shirley (nee Noseworthy); his children: Ramona van Slyke (predeceased by husband Rick) of Collingwood, ON, Wanda Stratton (Brian) of Barrie, ON, Jean Black (Gary) of Sudbury, ON, Keith Manuel (Lynda) of Mineville, NS and Wade Manuel (Amanda) of Milton, ON; grandchildren: Terri, Madison, Pamela, Megan, Ian, Karen, Adam, Erinn, Gregory, Sean and Anna; brother, Thomas Manuel (Fran), Connecticut, USA; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Predeceased by his parents, Obediah and Eda Minnie Manuel; his brother, Wallace and sisters: Beryl, Madeline and Hilda. Cremation has taken place at Humber Valley Crematorium. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The memorial service will be held on Monday, May 3rd at 2:00 p.m. from Humber United Church, Clarence Street; Reverend Kathy Brett officiating. As expressions of sympathy, no flowers by request. Donations may be made to Humber United Church Memorial Fund. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca