Anonymous planted 5 trees in memory of Alfred Lloyd Gosse (Graveside Service Information)

Friday, June 5, 2026

I offer deepest condolences. Planting Grove of 5 ... Best Buds 3 - Alfie, Keith, and me - our sidekicks Kim a Debbie. Love and sympathy, Gloria

Judy Carpenter posted a condolence

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Wanda and family, so sorry to hear of your brother's passing, please know you will be in our thought in the coming days and May precious memories keep him close to your heart big hugs Judy and Fred Carpenter Halifax

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Thursday, June 11, 2026

I feel many of us each know a different Alfie. So, I’d like to briefly share my Alfie. My earliest memories at Aunt Eileen and Uncle Az’s house were playing with some of Alfie’s toys which were more sophisticated than mine (he was 7 yrs older). When I would play or sleep upstairs, Alfie’s room was like no other. It was grand, maybe even inspiring, to see his walls filled with maps and nature photos. Earth maps, intertwined and overlapped by elephant migration paths or shaded relief maps of valleys on Mars or moon craters. And flags. Outdoors, Alfie was like a second dad, brother, and uncle to me. My first canoe paddle was on Twin Lakes with Alfie, and those trips culminated when he was 26 in a three-day trip down the lakes, string bogs and streams of the Gaff Topsails—with just blankets and his new pup tent. My first motorcycle ride was just after he got his road motorcycle, probably when he was 17. Again, not ‘down town’, but up Massey Drive to the lakes, and up the highway a little, careful, with safety foremost. One summer when he was about 18 and I began life in Massey Drive, Alfie took me up on the land to set up our rabbit snares. I panicked when one of my snares had a live bunny, but he showed me how to deal with that. Eventually as I went through school and university, he continued helping as a big brother to me, and to Little Brothers, and he kept in contact with at least one of those until very recently. When he bought land in Cormack he had a vision that it would be a school to teach kids about raising farm animals and food sustainability…no longer prescient or ideological thinking. Like many of us, many of his projects did not get completed, but anyone who visited his farm animals witnessed the cleanest and happiest pigs and cows…even Carnations could have bought his milk! Alfie would call me in every state I lived, and then in Nova Scotia. The conversations became much more science-focussed, and many were inspired by Quirks and Quarks, CBC News, books, or his many conversations with profs at Grenfell. A few years ago there was a subtle alignment of planets that most of us would have missed, but skies were clear, and a few days later Annette and I visited him in Cormack—his first question was if I saw it! As his health continued to fail in the past five years the phone calls were more frequent, about once a month, sometimes multiple in a week. He easily pushed my knowledge of physics to the limit. We didn’t talk religion or politics (beyond a one liner here and there), but he was certainly up on the importance of advances in particle physics, black holes, and AI. We shared ignorance in biology except for pollinators and things we ate, and like him, I developed some sense of spirituality among humans and biology, from roots to birds. In November 2025 at 5 am (Atlantic!) he called to see if I could see Mercury. I thought it was a bit of a trick, because it is very difficult to see Mercury from Earth. I went out in my undies, wiped my eyes, he guided my view, and it was the morning star Venus. What was interesting about this is not only that he could see this with his remaining weak eye, but that he was wrong. In decades of looking at the stars and planets with Alfie, he would not have made that mistake, and I must admit it dawned on me that my cousin was changing. That December he called and insisted on its urgent nature. He needed me to contact Quirks and Quarks because he had an idea for their year-end program. This year, like some others, they asked listeners for ideas for their final show of 2025. Alfie had an idea, and it was quirky enough that it seemed like a good fit! So, that afternoon I wrote the Q&Q producer, and after some exchanges, they indicated that they already had something lined up, but they thanked Alfie for the idea, and they thought it might be suitable for a future year. When I told Alfie, he simply said ‘good’, and got to the new point of the day. Alfie spoke generously of his friends, especially his little brothers, numerous mill co-workers, farmers nearby. He would ask about my family, including my first grand-daughter Margaret, and knew that two other grand-daughters arrived safely this winter. I hope I can share Alfie’s incessant curiosity and love for nature with my grand-children, and I am deeply sorry he and I didn’t take the time to reminisce before he left our physical world.

Brenda and Bruce King posted a condolence

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Wanda, Junior, Cheryl and families. I will always remember my cousin Alfie. He would drop up and visit us occasionally when he worked at the mill. He loved to chat and even tried to convince me I could drive a motorcycle (lol). But that never happened. May you RIP Alfie. You will be missed.

Rod Delaney posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Oh my, I'm shocked to hear of this. My condolences to Alfie's family. I will forever remember our multi-day canoe trip of the Humber River, and many other special times with this fine fella.

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Tuesday, June 9, 2026

I'm still having a difficult time processing Alfie's passing. A day etched forever in my mind. We were co-workers from 2001 until his retirement but our friendship only grew from there. My God the conversations we had. For a guy who never wanted a phone, we talked for hours until his battery went dead. Alfie was knowledgeable in ALL things small and large. The most well informed and well read man I have ever known...yet his dedication to education was mostly directed towards those he held close in the Big Brothers Organization. Mathieu, Kendrick to name but two. He loved them as if they were his own. Annie could speak to this for sure. I will never forget Alfie's kindness, humour, love for all animals and his ability to see people for who they really were. If he liked you, you knew, if he didn't, you knew that too. A man with conviction. Those who knew him best could speak to these attributes far better than me. Derm, Mike and Steve...you know it to be true. And Tommy Hunter. What a beautiful fur friend. Thank you to Cormack Furever Feline rescue and Glenda for helping capture and care for Tommy until he found his forever home with Steve within 2 days after Alfie's passing... I gave my donation to them in Alfie's memory immediately upon meeting Glenda and I know that would be exactly what Alfie would do! I miss my friend, our chats and even our debates. I'll be celebrating you at my granddaughters graduation on June 13th. Likely the way you would prefer anyway. Always in my heart...

Gloria E. Fiander posted a condolence

Friday, June 5, 2026

Alfie, his cousin Keith, and I were “best buds” all through our childhood years. Alfred and I kept in touch throughout our adulthood…. He was a tender, supportive, dear friend in the early 90’s when I was going through a personal difficult time… Such a blessing! And, years later, when I moved across country we shared our life experiences in letters. He was a kind child, a good man, and a loyal friend. The Best! I hold you in my heart always. Gloria

Brian Clare posted a condolence

Thursday, April 16, 2026

I got to know Alfie during my 2 years at the paper mill from 1975-1977. I remember him as being a joy to be around, kind and just an overall wonderful human being. I'm sorry to hear of his passing and my sincerest thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.

Karen. McLeod posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

We were Big Brother & Big Sister. Loved him & we had GREAT times with our Littles . Rest in peace BIG brother. You were wonderful with the Littles at camp and other activity we had with them.

Donna Oreilly posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

I knew Alf many years ago through his involvement with the Big Brother movement. He was always willing to help always patient and engaged with the kids and teens. He shared his love of the outdoors and other interests freely was a great conversationalist and a kind soul. My condolences to his family and loved ones

Fred,Tyson and Reece Conrod posted a symbolic gesture

Monday, April 13, 2026

Ashley Rodgers lit a candle

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Alfie was always so kind. He was a family friend, and a friend to my father, Craig Gale. I will always remember everything he did for us after my father died 20 years ago. RIP Alfie.

Gord Gosse lit a candle

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Alfie was a great cousin. Lots of memories in Massey Drive especially during the holidays. Then at family functions and weddings, your glass was never empty with Alfie around. And try to buy Alfie a beer, he’d be like “Gordie your a college student and I’m at the mill, I’ll get that” Gona be missed.

Colleen & Glenn Thistle posted a condolence

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Wanda & family , our condolence on the loss of your brother Alfie .Keeping you in thought & prayer during this sad time . Take care , Colleen & Glenn Thistle

Kathy Elliott posted a condolence

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Alfie was a wonderful man. He regularly came to the museum to see new exhibits and chat. He was a lover of Corner Brook history and often contributed financially to an exhibit he liked. I’m proud to say he wasn’t just a co-worker of my husband’s, he was also my friend. RIP Alfie

Wanda Hillyard posted a condolence

Saturday, April 11, 2026

So sad to read this today.I met Alfred during his many visits to his mom when my mom was in hospital as well.He was always so devoted to his mother.We later crossed paths again when our mom's were admitted to Long-term care.He was such a kind ,friendly and intelligent man.RIP Alfie.

Georgina O’Neill posted a condolence

Saturday, April 11, 2026

Our deepest sympathy on Alfie’s passing to family and friends. We are thinking of you and hoping your memories of special times together will bring you comfort in the coming days. Al Pardy and Georgina O’Neill

Fred and Irene Humber posted a condolence

Saturday, April 11, 2026

Sincere condolences to the family and relatives during this difficult time of Alfie’s passing. May he rest in peace.

Joan Peddle lit a candle

Saturday, April 11, 2026

Wanda, Cheryl and all Alfie’s Family, Thoughts, prayers and condolences on Alfie’s passing. Joan Peddle

Fred Fudge posted a condolence

Saturday, April 11, 2026

Got to meet Alfie a few times when he was visiting his mother Eileen across the hall from my mother-law at Mountainview, he seen such a nice fellow I took an instant liking to him. RIP

Wanda (Penney) and Kevin Mitchell posted a condolence

Saturday, April 11, 2026

I am so sorry to hear of Alfred’s passing. I went to school with him and he was such a nice guy. He was so kind. Condolences to your family.

Martha Basha posted a condolence

Saturday, April 11, 2026

I was talking on phone with Alfie just before I left for St. John’s and promised to keep in contact. I am very sad and wish the whole family my condolences. Alfie was a down to earth guy and we had some meaningful conversations. I hope all the best to his family.

Don & Kay Gosse lit a candle

Friday, April 10, 2026

Wanda, Junior, Cheryl & families; So sorry to hear of Alfie's passing. Sending our deepest sympathy to you all. Sincerely Don & Kay Gosse

Mike & Elaine Zaichkowsky from GFW lit a candle

Friday, April 10, 2026

Wanda and family, So sorry to hear about Alfie! Since leaving Corner Brook I haven’t seen him or you. I often thought about you and Alfie. I actually knew Alfie before knowing you. My husband worked with Alfie at the mill and I had known him for almost the whole ten years that we lived in a Corner Brook. You were a great boss to me when I worked at the O’Connell Center and I loved running into Alfie and having a chat. He was such a decent and friendly guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May the memories you cherish give you peace and strength today and always. Rest in peace Alfie!

Fred and Gloria Stacey posted a condolence

Friday, April 10, 2026

Wanda We just read of the passing of your brother. Please accept our condolences to you and Ed and family. May God peace comfort your hearts at this time. Fred and Gloria Stacey Kingston, Ontario

Linda Walsh posted a condolence

Friday, April 10, 2026

I will always remember you Alfie, as a gentle man with a big heart for animals and nature. You enjoyed life and lived it your way. Rest in peace. Cousin Linda

Dar Brake posted a condolence

Friday, April 10, 2026

I am so sorry to hear of Alffie’s. Passing. We were his Massey Drive neighbor for 30 years or so. Excellent neighbor & Friend. Thinking of you family. Dar Brake.

A Memorial Tree was planted for Alfred Lloyd Gosse (Graveside Service Information)

Friday, April 10, 2026

We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Fillatre's Funeral Homes

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Friday, April 10, 2026

Darrell smith posted a condolence

Friday, April 10, 2026

My condolences to Alfred’s family and friends and I was.His neighbour and friend. I appreciated having a few chats with him as he walked by the house this last few years. A kind soul I remember his Love of Suzuki samurai’s and Mororcycles Something we share . Rest in Peace Alfie Gone but not Forgotten Original Massey Driver who put on a lot of miles Walking back and forth . Bless your soul

Louise Stockley posted a condolence

Friday, April 10, 2026

To the Gosse family. So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Alfie. My dear Newfie buddy. He will be so missed and always in my heart. Rest in peace, Alfie. Louise (Perry) Stockley.

Ken Conrod posted a condolence

Friday, April 10, 2026

I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Alfie and my condolences to Wanda, Junior, Cheryl and families. We were about the same age and I remember the good times shared with Alfie in my teens during visits to Corner Brook. A few overnight fishing trips and many rides on the back of his Honda 750. Memories which I cherish.

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