Passed peacefully away on Monday, May 11, 2009, age 79 years, of Buchans. Predeceased by brothers: Bernard, Raphael, Peter, John. Left with fond and loving memories wife Rita; daughter Deborah (Earl); sons: Gerard (Ann), Paul (Deneen), David, Brian (Carol), Barry (Kelly), Terrance, eleven grandchildren; three sisters: Gertrude, Margaret, Kathleen. Also, a large circle of other family and friends. Visitation in the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews on Wednesday 7-9 p.m., Thursday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass in St. Thomas of Villa Nova Church, Manuels on Friday, May 15, 2009 at 10 a.m. Cremation to follow. Donations may be made to the Daffodil Place. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca