Obituary of Dr. Winnifred Anne Downer
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Dr. Winnifred Anne Downer
Corner Brook, Newfoundland
March 2, 1947 - July 29, 2007
					
		
Passed away peacefully at the age of 60 years, in the loving arms of her family, Winnifred Anne Downer nee Shea on July 29, 2007 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital. Predeceased by parents Patrick and Florence (Williams) Shea and brother William Shea. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories Donovan, her dedicated husband of 38 years; sons Philip (Sasha), Russell (Lucy) and daughter Adriene (Eric) Thoms; grandsons Haydn, Henri, Timothy and Charlie; brothers Thomas (Anita) Shea, Gus (Denise) Shea and sister Nina (Phil) Beresford; mother-in-law Bessie Downer; sister-in-law Pauline (J.P.) Leblanc. Wynanne will also be sadly missed by a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and long time friends. The numerous organizations with which she was associated will miss her as well. A special thanks is extended to all of her committed caregivers, including 5 South B Health Sciences Centre, the Palliative Care Unit of Western Memorial, and Drs. Lange, Avery, Sikhakhane and Simpson. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue on Monday 7-9 pm and Tuesday 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, August 1 at 2:00 pm at Holy Redeemer Parish with Monsignor Edwin Gale officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Dr. Winnifred Anne Downer Memorial Fund For Literacy (any Bank of Montreal Branch) , one of her most devoted causes, or flowers would be gratefully appreciated. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca.