Benoit's Cove, NL
March 12, 1987 - March 21, 2011

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Jeffrey Patrick Gallant announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, March 21, 2011 at the age of 24 years. Jeff will be forever remembered by his girlfriend Sarah Christopher, his mom Jane Gallant, and his brothers: Basil (Jackie), Tim (Heather), Brad (Ashley), and Justin, Adam and Ava as well as a huge circle of family and friends. Jeff is predeceased by his father Basil Gallant. Jeff graduated from Memorial University in 2009 with a degree in Physical Education. While attending MUN he participated on both varsity volleyball and basketball teams. He was awarded a scholarship to attend University of New Brunswick to complete his Education and play volleyball when his battle began, a battle he so courageously fought all the way. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Jeff’s life will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday, March 23, 2011 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated in the memory of Jeff at Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral, Mount Bernard on Thursday, March 24, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Bernard Buckle officiating. Interment to follow at RC Cemetery, Benoit’s Cove, NL. The family in closing would like to thank all the people who have offered financial and emotional support over the past several months with the multiple fundraisers that were held inside and outside our community. We would also like to thank the staff of Eastern Health and Western Health (both the chemo unit and palliative care unit) for the phenomenal care they provided to Jeff in this long battle. Last but not least Dr. Rourke, Dr. Rashleigh, and both Drs. Mark & Erin Smallwood – we say Thank you. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or memorial donations may be made to the Chemo Unit at Western Memorial Regional Hospital. The family guest book may be signed or memorial donations may be made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca