Passed away peacefully, at the Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital in the presence of her loving family, Irene Critch of Hillview at the age of 85.
Predeceased by her parents; Ebenezer and Emily Ann Whalen of Caplin Cove, NL. In-Laws George and Alice Critch of Hillview, NL. Brothers, William (Rachel) Whalen, Hedley (Emma) Whalen, Stanley (Woodrow) Whalen, Sister, Ethel (William) Jacobs, and son, Jeffrey.
Leaving to mourn, the love of her life, best friend, and soul mate, her husband Roy Critch. Her devoted children Pauline (Dale) Vey, Selma (Wayne) Critch, Kevin (Sylvia) Critch, Cecil (Lisa) Critch, and Duane (Susie) Critch. Sister Marcie (George) Hillyard.
Grand Children; Jamie, Brandon, Kaitlin, Jeffrey, Matthew, Mitchell, Ian, Ashley, Samantha, and Emilyann.
Great-Grand Children, Dallas, Alivia, Jett, Myla, Arianna, Alessia, and Alijah.
And a vast circle of loving family and friends.
Resting at Fewer’s Funeral Home, Clarenville on Friday, October 23, 2026 at 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
Funeral service 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Fewer’s Memorial Chapel in Clarenville with interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Hillview.
The family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses, and Staff of G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital for their compassionate care during her brief stay.
We would also like to thank all the family and friends for the love and support given to Irene and us over the past few weeks your support means the world to us.
In Lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the local SPCA.

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Samantha moniz says
October 22, 2026 at 1:31 pmSending all of my love to my papa critch dad and my aunts, uncles and cousins during this difficult time! We had the worlds best nana! May her soul rest in the most beautiful peace 🥰
Pat Norris says
October 22, 2026 at 2:51 pmRoy & family. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Warren and Betty Cole says
October 22, 2026 at 3:11 pmSincere condolences to Mr. Critch (Roy) and the whole family.
Walter Butlet says
October 22, 2026 at 4:01 pmRoy and Family
Sorry to hear of your loved one’s passing. Please accept our most sincere sympathy!
Donna Smith says
October 22, 2026 at 4:08 pmOur sincere condolences
A very beautiful lady
Love Donna And Ed
Pearl Bishop says
October 22, 2026 at 7:07 pmSelma, I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Mother. Selma, I am thinking about you during this difficult time. The beautiful memories and the wonderful moments you had with your Mother will never fade away.
Love Pearl
Pat & Larry says
October 22, 2026 at 7:32 pmTo uncle Roy and family, Larry and I are so sad you have lost sweet aunt Irene. May she rest in peace now and may you all find comfort in each other and your special memories of one who loved you all so very much. XO
Roy Adey says
October 22, 2026 at 8:03 pmOur sincere condolences to Roy & family.
Roy & Karlyne Adey
Dave & Sheila Gosse says
October 22, 2026 at 8:17 pmSending our deepest condolences to all the Critch family. May all your beautiful memories bring you comfort in the coming days.
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