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Rosalie Duffitt November 25, 1924 - February 8, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Rosalie Duffitt, on Monday February 8, 2021 at Dr. G B Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville. Rosalie was 96 years old.

Rosalie was born in Thoroughfare on Random Island, Newfoundland on November 25, 1924, fifth child of Philip and Harriet Mills. She is pre-deceased by her parents and all her siblings Signe, Bessie, Daphne and Oliver.

She leaves behind a loving husband, Gerald Duffitt; son Robert Janes (Lyse Desforges); daughter Betty Sutton (Paul Warner); step daughters Marion Duffitt, Deanna Oates (Wayne) and Jeannine Martin (Alex Campbell); grand children David Sutton (Caitlin) and Jill Sutton (Greg) step grand children Leslie Martin, Erin Martin, Christina Oates, Jackie Oates and Kathryn Oates and great grandsons Nathyn Sutton and Lucas Charrier-Sutton.

Rosalie taught school in Clarenville, played the organ at church and loved to garden. She will be missed by all.

Cremation will take place with a memorial service to be held at a later date.

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    Karen and Kent Currie says

    We are very sad for the passing of Rosalie. Our sincere condolences to Gerry and the entire family. She will be missed by everyone that knew her. On behalf of my mother and father (Babs and Gary Ivany), I know they would have been very sad today as well.
    Rest In Peace.

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      Betty Sutton says

      Thank you for your words Karen. We really appreciate it. Betty

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    Beverley Smith (Adey) says

    Deepest condolences to all the family. My kindergarten teacher. She was a beautiful lady.

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    Lynn Pigage says

    I am a friend of her daughter, Betty. Sorry for your loss. What a great role model—stay active!

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      Bob Chafe and Family says

      Mr. Duffitt, Deanna, Wayne and the entire Family. So saddened to hear of Mrs. Duffitt’s passing. Many the many fond memories and the love of your Family and Friends help you all during this most difficult of times.

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      Betty Sut5on says

      Thanks Lynn, much appreciated.

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    Ralph & Rebecca Froude says

    So sorry to hear of Rosaiie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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    Joyce Lethbridge Moore says

    She was my teacher as well. Beautiful person. Condolences to the family

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    Michelle & Jim Hughes says

    Deanie & family, we are so sorry for your loss. Deepest condolences to your family. Michelle & Jim

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    John Loder says

    My sincere condolences to all of Rosalie’s family. I am her second cousin once removed who became aware of her through my genealogical research and her daughter Betty. I believe that Rosalie was the last surviving grandchild of James and Caroline Loder of Ireland’s Eye, and one of the couple-few last surviving great grandchildren of Silas and Rachel Loder (my great-great grandparents) of that same beautiful haven.

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      Betty Sutton says

      Thank you John for your words. We really appreciate it. Betty

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    Linda and Sean Murray says

    To Betty and Bob, We are very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Sending our deepest sympathy to the family at this sad time. Thinking of you all.

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    Doreen and Dennis Dalley says

    Betty, Bob and family, we are very sorry for your loss . Your mother was a very special kind woman .When Mom and Dad and the rest of family went to St. John’s we always stopped at her place to have a cup of tea . Will always remember how friendly she was and we enjoyed our visits there. Thinking about you at this sad time .

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      Betty Sutton says

      Thank you for your words Doreen. That means a lot to me. Take care, Betty

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