Clarke's Beach
1916-2016
Passed away peacefully at Chancellor Park, St. John's in her 100th year on January 18, 2016. Predeceased by her husband Eric (1989); daughter Maisie Lorraine Clarke (2015); son-in-law Donald Clarke (2012); nine siblings, including Laura Butler, Deer Lake (2015). Left to mourn are her children Eric/Bud (Betty) Bay Roberts; Jean (Jerry) Rex, Corner Brook; Fred (Linda) Spruce Grove, Alberta; Bob (Elaine) Mount Pearl; Sue (Phil) Quinlan, St. John's. Others who miss her are her 24 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Enid obtained her Teaching Certificate in 1935 from Memorial University College and after raising a family continued her career as the first teacher for the Vera Perlin School in Bay Roberts. she later taught kindergarten at Coley's Point until her retirement. Her interest in life beyond her family and teaching was her garden and her church. She was a longtime member of the Board of Management, Session and UCW in Clarke's Beach, as well as a Sunday School teacher. She was an avid reader, and it has been said that she has read every book in the Bay Roberts library. She was admired for her sense of humour, her patience, her positive outlook and encouragement she gave to others.

"A life well lived is a joy forever."