Passed peacefully from the loving arms of his daughter, Elizabeth, into the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, September 18, 2015, at the age of 89 years, Cyril will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his daughter, Elizabeth; son-in-law, Karl; granddaughters, Jessica and Charlotte Bidgood; sisters, Marguerite Weir and Stella Evans (Murray); brothers, Ronald Whitten (Gert), Rt. Reverend Lenoard Whitten (June) and Victor Whitten; special cousin, Muriel Andrews; brother-in-law, Cyril Weir; sister-in-law, Marie Weir; his many nieces, nephews and cousins; and a large circle of friends. Cyril is predeceased by his parents, Cecil and Phoebe Whitten; infant sister, Madeline; sister, Mamie (Jack Howlett); brothers, Robert Whitten (Joan) and Max Whitten; parents-in-law, Harold and Jessie Weir; brothers-in-law, Herbert Weir, Lloyd Weir (Florence) and Robert (Bob) Weir; and sisters-in-law, Barbara Whitten and Verna Weir. Cyril was born on May 14, 1926 in "the green house on the Stand", Petty Harbour to Cecil and Phoebe (Andrews) Whitten. From a young age until his retirement in 1992, Cyril fished the waters of Motion Bay. He was the first Mayor of Petty Harbour and an advocate for the inshore fishermen and for his hometown. Cyril was a lifetime member of the Petty Harbour Fishermen's Cooperative and the Society of United Fishermen (SUF), including serving terms as the Grand Master of the SUF. A devoted member of St. George's Anglican Church throughout his life, Cyril has requested that in lieu of flowers, those who wish to make a memorial donation may do so to St. George's Anglican Church, Petty Harbour. His strong faith was reflected through his kindness, strength of character and his zest for life. Cyril's "larger-than-life personality", "loud shouts" and welcoming smile will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. The family expresses sincere gratitude to all the staff at St. Luke's Anglican Home, the Homecare workers, and also the Doctors and the nursing staff of 6 West at St. Clare's Hospital for their compassionate care given to Cyril during his short time there. The family will receive friends at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue. A service to celebrate Cyril's life will be held at St. George's Anglican Church, Petty Harbour. Interment to follow at St. George's Anglican Cemetery. Please visit www.barretts.ca for further details. Cyril will be forever in our hearts.

Jeremiah 16:16: "Behold, I am
going to send for many
fishermen," declares the LORD.