Age 85. (March 4, 1927 - September 18, 2012). Passed peacefully away at his home in St. John’s on Tuesday, September 18, 2012 in the loving care of his wife Joan and their family. Predeceased by his parents, William and Susie Upshall, his sister Ruby McCarthy and his beautiful granddaughter Hailey Rebecca Upshall. Left to celebrate his life is his wife Joan (Babb) and their children - Lynn (Bill Bennett), Pamela (Jack Borden), Dianne (John Slaght), Sharon (Ron Sweeney), Joanne (Paul Atkins), Scott Upshall (Mandy), Roma Upshall (Lindy Mercer), Robin Upshall (Carmen Victoor), Mac Upshall (Jane). Along with Vivian (Somers) and their children - Elizabeth Upshall, Yvonne (Gordon Chafe), Rick Upshall (Sylvia), David Upshall (Sandra), Lynn Warford (predeceased by husband Derek), Wayne Upshall (Sharon), Terry Upshall. Grandchildren: Rebecca, Bradley, Susan, Scottie, Stacy, Stephanie, Shane, Brent, Jennifer, Andrea, Ronnie, Ryan, Evan, Sara, Mitchel, Justin, Danielle, Kristian, Lauren, Carra, Keith, Jennifer, Stephen, Rod, Gail, Nicole, Jeffrey, Trisha, Michael, Megan, Sara, Trevor, Travis, Tara-Lee, Sheri-Lynn, and 18 great-grandchildren. Also left to mourn is his sister Lillian Mercer and his many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and good friends and neighbours. Quiet, strong and independent, Elmer loved life and had a passion for his work. A mechanic since the age of 13 at Colonial Garage, he went on to own and operate his family business, Upshall's Garage on Bell Island. Into his retiring years he continued his love for working by completing projects with his sons and friends. A special thank you to all those who helped care for Elmer and support the family during his illness. Visitation at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue, St. John's on Thursday 7:00 to 9:00 pm and Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Funeral Service to take place on Saturday, September 22nd at 2:00 pm at Barrett's Funeral Chapel. Celebration of Elmer's life to follow at the Knights of Columbus on St. Clare Ave. (Ricketts Road entrance). In lieu of flowers, donations gratefully accepted to The Children's Wish Foundation and The Ronald McDonald House. To sign the online memorial guest book, please visit www.barretts.ca