December 11, 1947 - March 4, 2011. It is with deep sadness that we announce that Isabel passed away peacefully in Calgary, on Friday, March 4, 2011, following a courageous battle with cancer. Isabel is survived by her loyal and devoted husband George, who she fondly called “Butch” and he called her “Babe”; her beautiful daughter Tammi, whom she adores; her “”go to”” son-in-law Paul O’Donoghue; and her treasured granddaughters: Kyleigh and Erin, who brought her so much joy. Isabel was the youngest of five children, hence the nickname “Babe”. She will be dearly missed by her brothers: Charlie (Shirley) Smallwood, Gus (Gloria) Smallwood, Alex (Violet) Smallwood and her brother-in-law Wayne (Linda) Whiteway; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Isabel was predeceased by her sister Maxine Clarke. Isabel was a remarkable wife, mother, grandmother and friend; she enriched the lives of her family and friends through her strength of character, her wisdom, her grace her dignity and especially during her battle with cancer, she only worried about those around her. Isabel’s strength gave her family the courage to persevere. While Isabel’s time with us was far too short, she leaves us with true inspiration. Isabel earned the respect and affection of her colleagues at the Newfoundland Teachers Association, where she had a distinguished career. The Whiteway’s extend a sincere thanks to all the wonderful people who generously contributed to Isabel’s care during her illness, and especially the O’Donoghue family for their love and tremendous support. Cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends may visit the family at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Friday, March 11 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at George Street United Church on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery at a later date. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com
She had many names from
Babe, Bella, to Queen,
All of them spoken with love and esteem,
But all of the names she has ever been called,
To call her wife, mother, grandmother,
sister and friend is the greatest of all.