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Yvonne Orla Loder September 4, 1949 - October 22, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Yvonne Orla Loder at the GB Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville at the age of 74 on October 22 after a hard fought battle with the dreaded disease of ALS. She passed three and a half months after the official ALS diagnosis.

She is predeceased by, her father Cecil, mother Evelyn, infant brother Dale, sisters Rosalind (Jonas) Newhook and Dallas Gilbert, brother-in-law Harvey Slade. Left to mourn with loving memories are, husband Leland of 55 years. Her children, James (Renee) and Kathy Beck (Rodney); grandchildren, Jordan Snow (John), Jesse Beck (Hilary), Lacie Beck and Hannah Loder (Nick). Great grandchildren, Emerson Beck, Harper Lee Alley, and Harley Morgan Alley; sister Maxine Slade; brother Ewart (Sandra); sister-in-law, Phyllis Eddy (Ron); brothers-in-law, Edmund (Sandra) and Rodney (Lori); as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, family and friends.  Yvonne was born and raised on Woody Island and moved to North Harbour during the 1960’S resettlement. She spent much of her working career in the restaurant service industry which she enjoyed and where she made many lasting friends. She took great pride in and enjoyed the many family meals and gatherings in her home at Christmas time and on special occasions until she became too ill.

She had a heart of gold and thirty years ago she gave the gift of life to her youngest sister in the form of a kidney donation, of which she was most proud.

Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren where her pride and joy. She was their greatest advocate, always with lots of encouragement and support. Her memory will live on in them.

She was a kind and caring person and was known as “aunt wan” to some of her nieces and “nanny” to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a person of faith and was spiritually grounded.

Among her hobbies were ceramics and quilting.

Many thanks to her home care worker Mabel Whalen who cared for Yvonne during her final days and to good friend Ann Gilbert. As well, the family is grateful for the visits, phone calls, support, care and compassion from the Eastern Health staff during her illness.

At her request there will be no visitation or funeral. Cremation has taken place. A private family internment of ashes will take place at a later time.

If one wishes to make a donation in her memory it can be made to the North Harbour UC Cemetery fund.

The best portion of a good person’s life: the little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love.

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    Ethel Giles says

    Sorry to hear of Yvonne’s passing, thinking of you all.

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    Darlene says

    A beautifully written obituary for one of the sweetest women I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. I send my deepest condolences to her family. May she rest in peace and rise in glory. God bless you as you mourn her loss.

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    Ralph Jacobs says

    Sorry to hear of Yvonne’s passing,you are all in my thoughts. May you RIP Yvonne.

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    Jenny Norman says

    Rip Yvomne ,my thoughts are with you and your family..

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    Cindy ~ St. John’s, NL says

    Jimmie, Kathy & Families,
    I’m so sorry to hear that your precious mom has passed away. I have many great memories of her from spending time at your house growing up ❤️ I remember the laughter most of all. May it help you to know that others understand the loss of a mother that meant the world to you, the journey is one of the most difficult in life, but hold onto the precious memories, and she will live in your heart forever. Thinking about you and sending you much love and hugs.

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    Elaine Walters says

    Lee, James and Cathy Sending sincere condolences to all of you at this sad time. Yvonne will definitely be remembered by all who knew her, and especially in the hearts of all her grand children whom she loved so much.

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      Rona & Bill Maidment says

      To Lee and family:
      We are so very sorry to hear of Yvonne’s passing! Our thoughts are with you all during this very difficult time. Our sincere condolences!

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    Debbie Williams says

    Sending sincere condolences to all the family.

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    Joanne Bennett says

    James, Renee, Jordan and Hannah, so sorry for your loss. Keeping you all close to our hearts and praying that you find comfort in the wonderful memories of your mom and nanny. Sending lots of love to you all.

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    Beverly Moore says

    Lee, James, Kathy and family,
    So very sorry for your loss. Yvonne was a lovely lady and will be missed. Sending strength and hugs to you all.

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    Janet and Don Brown says

    So sorry to hear of your loss . May the good memories of her life get you all thru this difficult time . Our prayers and condolences to you all .

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    Gary and Heather Steeves says

    James, Renee and family we are so sorry to hear of your Mum’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs. Gary & Heather

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    Myrtle Barrett says

    .My condolences to the family. Yvonne was the sweetest person.

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    Audrey Marshall says

    So sorry to hear of Yvonne’s passing. We were neighbours on Woody Island . Very fond memories of those days. Please accept my heartfelt condolences..

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    Marilyn {Harvey} Hyde says

    Lee , Jimmy , Cathy and Family. Sorry to hear of Yvonne’s passing. She was a beautiful lady. I had a lot of good memories and laughs with her .Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. May she RIP.

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