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Sharon (Jefferies) Stoodley posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Wayne, Clarie, Cynthia, Donna, Joanne, Kathy, Sharon and Harold, I was saddened to hear of your dad's passing. Memories pop up of your mom and dad with my parents, Mary Ann and Earl Jefferies, over the years. Our dads were friends since they were boys and our moms became best buddies. They spent a lot of time together and had a lot of shared interests. Our families are spread out, but we will always have a link with our parents' friendship. May all your great memories of both Smokey and Rown bring you comfort.
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At the running out 2010.
Life well lived.
It was an honour to have known you.
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Monday, February 27, 2023
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Sharon, Dwight & family,
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Sharon’s father. There is nothing to compare to a father’s love. Both our dad’s shared the love of “being on a river and playing the next salmon or admiring a well tied fly.” While we miss those who have passed, remember, God’s blessings, like a river, are always flowing. May you find peace in knowing his memories will last forever.
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Lloyd and Bride Harding posted a condolence
Monday, February 27, 2023
We are sending our deepest condolences to all the family. Thinking of you all at this time. Take care.
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Monday, February 27, 2023
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To: Sharon, Dwight and family:
So sorry to hear of the passing of Sharon's Dad. Losing a parent is never easy, and from how highly Sharon has always spoken of her Dad during the past while that I have been in Sharon company, I can only imagine the grief she must be feeling. Sharon and family please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
God Bless,
Darlene Noseworthy
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Yordest Andrews posted a condolence
Saturday, February 25, 2023
Cathy , Joanne & the Ball Family,
We were saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you walk this difficult journey. Sincere condolences.
Yordest and Claude Andrews
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Reuben Ginn posted a condolence
Saturday, February 25, 2023
Q: What will you never forget about Harold?
A: His expert fly fishing and his famous fishing flies. " Smokeys Bomber" will never be forgotten. His devotion to his family and his hometown. A beautiful soul.
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Sandra Perry and Bonnie Beattie posted a condolence
Saturday, February 25, 2023
Ivan and Eleanor and the entire Ball Family, we, like so many others, are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences.
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Gary Roach posted a condolence
Saturday, February 25, 2023
Jacob, Joanne, and family.
My sincere condolences on the passing of your Pop and Dad. For many years we have returned with the salmon to the Humber and friendship of the famous Smokey Ball. The countless hours spent with a master of debate, storytelling, and fun-making could not be bought or ever forgotten. The pure delight in Smokey’s eyes when Neil or I were his subjects will be my favoured memory. The hunt for cheap squirrel tails and long hackles is over but I am sure an endless supply is included in Smokey’s reward.
Gary
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Daniel Parsons posted a condolence
Friday, February 24, 2023
Our condolences on the passing of Bud, he was the great story teller in the Ball Family, always ready with a tale for anyone who would listen.
I fondly remember fishing at the Falls on the Humber River with Roy Campbell and Bud. He taught me a lot about fly fishing when I was just in my teens. Of course he provided the secret weapon no salmon could resist, one of those bombers he always had tucked away in a box or stuck in his cap. I must have been on the river 3 or 4 days before I caught a fish, but Bud was proud I had finally got one. We cooked it that night, and as others have said, it was the best salmon I ever tasted.
Of all things, I bumped into Bud in the Vaughn Mall just north of Toronto years ago when I happened to be visiting Dulcie. I moved to NJ years ago and sadly lost contact with a lot of family in Newfoundland. But it was great to get a chance to see Bud and renew our friendship that day.
He is fondly remembered,
Love Daniel , Janette, Bethany, Mariah and Daniel H.
Fair Haven, NJ
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Janice Gerry Ralph posted a condolence
Friday, February 24, 2023
Donna Cordell and family. My sympathies on your dad's passing. Your Dad will be a hard act to follow but I'm sure he's passed it all down to his family and friends.
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Dulcie Parsons posted a condolence
Friday, February 24, 2023
When I left Deer Lake as a young woman, Bud was 16 and he always had a story even way back then. When I began to visit Deer Lake with Lloyd and Cynthia, Bud had joined the Army. When he was home on leave, I remember he was always good to the kids, taking them to the corner store for treats. He was always drawn to children before he even had his own family.
I will miss him, as I have Ralph, Dempsey, and Mona. My condolences to all his family, too many to name here, but may he rest in peace.
Lloyd, Cynthia, and Daniel fondly remember him, and they always had a great laugh listening to Bud and his tall tales. They have a few favorites.
A Man’s Best Friend
Joanne calls Bud and said, “Mom needs $300”. Bud was having none of that, but Joanne tells him, “Come with $300 now!”. He gets the money and meets up with Rowena and asks, “What do you need $300 for??”. Turns out it was for a German Shepard. Bud turns around and says, “Where’s the dog?”; the dog just growls at Bud….
Some days later Rowena was working, and Bud is home watching the dog. He decides he wants to visit a friend for an hour or two, but he needs a leather leash for the dog. He buys a leash, gets the dog in the car, and drives to his friend’s place and locks the dog in the car. After an hour or so, Bud mentions he’s brought the new pet. His friend suggests they go see the dog. They get to the car, the dog is in the back seat, just finishing off the leash, after chewing through the front seatbelts. Bud is not impressed.
Years go by, the dog is ill, and Rowena needs another $300 for the Vet to do an operation. Bud arrives at the Vet’s office with the $300. He walks in, stops at the front desk and asks, “What do you charge for putting down a dog”? The receptionist answers, “Oh that would be $30, and we cremate the dog afterwards”. “SOLD!” was Bud’s happy reply.
Name that Man!
Bud had a job working for a forestry company. He gets a new uniform and proudly puts it on. He starts to visit some lumber camps as part of his responsibilities. He walks into one of the dorms, and the first guy he meets says “Hey, its Smokey!”. Everyone for the rest of the day greets a perplexed Bud as “Smokey”. Turned out on his uniform over his breast pocket was a patch depicting a bear, very similar to the famous one we all know. A legend is born!
For you see Smokey was a true storyteller…
"All too wise but oh so free
He'll talk of life out on the street
He'll play it sad and say it sweet
Look into his shining face
Of loneliness you'll always find a trace
Just like me and you
He's tryin' to get into things
More happy than blue"
Godspeed Bud, your loving sister Dulcie Parsons.
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Kathy & Family, So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
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Rosalind Pound posted a condolence
Friday, February 24, 2023
Joanne, Brad and family. My deepest sympathy and condolences on the loss of Smokey. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Rosalind
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Jamie and Bonnie Schwartz posted a condolence
Friday, February 24, 2023
To Sharon and the Ball Family.
We are saddened to hear of your father's passing.
Smokey and I shared two passions...salmon fishing and the Deer Lake Airport. Whenever we would meet, our conversation would start with which new bombers would work best and how many he had tied during the winter. He was always engaging and cajoling, and when we chatted about the airport, he would always finish with, "When are you moving to Deer Lake?", and have a chuckle!
Smokey will be forever remembered, especially when I open my fly box and tie one on. Our heartfelt condolences to you all.
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Chris and Norma Roberts, Rocky Harbour. posted a condolence
Friday, February 24, 2023
To Donna and families. Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your father. Sorry for your loss.
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Eric Thomson posted a condolence
Friday, February 24, 2023
Joanne and the Ball Family
Your dad,s passing is a sad day indeed for the legend and icon in the salmon fishing world for you and your entire family. My late fishing buddy, business partner and legend Mike Crosby never missed a trip “up the coast” without spending time with Smokey. Sure they are telling stories on the shore of the big river now. Smokey’s reputation has travelled acrossthe rivers of Atlantic Canada and numerous countries around the world. His famous Smokey Dry Flies are without question the best. Jim Lawley and I along with our friends have travelled the world and these unique and cherished flies are the best. Jim Lawley and I will always think of him and our buddy Mike when ever we tie one on our line which is often. Your dad is known by fisherman all over the world. He has touched countless individuals he never met. He has lived a great life You all have a wonderful dad and I know everyone of you are proud of this special and iconic Newfoundlander. God bless your entire family and our prayers are with you all Eric Thomson and Jim Lawley
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Jackie Elliott posted a condolence
Friday, February 24, 2023
So sorry to hear of your loss but happy that you were able to share his life for as long as you did. His legacy will live on in all his children and grandchildren. Love and hugs, Jackie (Duffney) Elliott.
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Dolores Skanes Morse posted a condolence
Friday, February 24, 2023
Q: What will you never forget about Harold?
A: I will always hold dear the night Myra Spence had a get together while I was in Deer Lake. Your father showed up with some of you girls and it meant so much to me. It brought tears to my eyes that night and still does. I so enjoyed the year I lived with your family at the tourist home they owned.
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Clyde and Loretta Bryant posted a condolence
Friday, February 24, 2023
The Ball family; We are saddened to hear of Smokey's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this trying time.
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John and Ruby Wellon posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
No matter how old we are, it is never easy to lose a parent. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief. He will be missed by all who knew him. RIP Smokey!
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Elizabeth Prietz Angeli posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Dear Smokey’s Family,
With each sunrise may you acknowledge all the special times with your beloved “Pops” and with each sunset may you toast and celebrate all that was wonderful about your cherished Dad, Grandfather and Great Grandfather.
May you always step into the warm and loving embrace of family,
Arnie, Elizabeth, Christina, Nicholas, Jenn and Oliver
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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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Edith and Charlie Banfield posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
To the Ball Family It was always a pleasure to meet and chat with Smokey. Edith and I send our deepest condolences.
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Pop Smokey all smiles on our wedding day. You will be missed beyond measure!
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Joanne, Brad, Jillian, James, Jacob and Becky. Our sincere condolences on the passing of Smokey. All our love,
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Harold White posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
To the Ball family,
Saddened to learn of your fathers passing.
He was a friend of my fathers and certainly someone I can recall seeing and speaking with in my childhood and youth.
He certainly contributed to his town and family.
I truly hope you all receive the strength necessary to heal from your loss.
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Bud and Pat Goulding posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
So sorrry to hear of Smokey’s passing, he will be missed by all who knew him, we will keep a the whole family in our thoughts and prayers.
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Helen Reid posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
So sorry to hear of your beloved fathers passing . Smoky had such a big personality and won’t be forgotten anytime soon. He has certainly left his mark in the town of Deer Lake. My dad met Smoky on the Torrent river while he was using one of his flies . Smoky asked about the fly he was using and dad told him that he thinks it was made by a man in Deer Lake by the name of Buggy Ball. Needless to say they had quite the chuckle when smoky said “ by I made that fly and they call me Smoky Ball”. They continued on to have a grand conversation that day. Say hello to dad for me Smoky . Deepest condolences to you all , hold your memories close , speak his name often.
Helen and Earl Reid
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Ralph Hiscock posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Smokey was an an icon on the Humber River and his Bombers were the best.
He took pride in his bombers and in my opinion were the Best of the Best.
I bought large quantities from him yearly which I gave to fishermen I met on all rivers I fished on the island and Labrador.
One year I took a picture of him at Big Falls with all his bombers and fly materials.
I will miss his friendship
Condolences to the family and I will keep you all in my prayers.
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Judy Marsh posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
To the Ball Family, I am so saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing. I have nothing but fond & loving memories of him from way back in my childhood days when we were pretty much neighbours on Garden Rd.. Mr. Ball (Smokey) always had a smile & a kind word for me as I’m sure he did the same for everyone he met. Sadly, Deer Lake has lost an icon…he did a lot for this town & that will never be forgotten. Thank you Mr. Ball, I sure will miss your sweet, kind words but you have raised such a beautiful family whom I’m sure will carry on your legacy. Love & hugs to all the family, God Bless!
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Lloyd Parsons posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Dear “Smokey”
You had so many great stories to tell, when you told them they were twice as funny and our laughter made our “sides” sore. I will never forget your story about Aunt Rowena’s dog Stormy I would often think of that one when I talked to you. “Smokey” I wished you had written your “book of stories”. I’m so proud to have some of your “Bombs”. “GO LEAFS GO”
“Nephew” Lloyd
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Cynthia Parsons posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
To all the Ball family,
My uncle Bud was the best raconteur I have ever met. He kept us all in stitches with his lively stories that always had a twisted ending.
He loved to share his love of salmon fishing. He allowed my husband Joe and me to fish at his” fishing hole!” Surprisingly under his guidance we caught one. He then prepared a BBQ right by the river and that has been the best salmon we have ever eaten to this day.
My uncle was always a loving family man and we will miss him.
Love,
Cynthia and Joe
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John Sheppard posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Condolences to the family. Sadden to hear of his passing. I will always remenber the times we shared together fly-tying, talking about salmon fishing, and listening to him talk about the wonderful town of Deer Lake. Happy fly-tying my friend!
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Paula Ezekiel posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
To the Ball Family
Bernard and I are sorry to learn of your dad’s passing. Sending you our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Paula and Bernard Ezekiel
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Dana and Brenda Reid posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Q: How would you describe Harold to someone who had never met them?
A: Harold was a great friend and loving person! I will never forget his wonderful story telling. He once said to me “Reid it is not how well you played but how hard you worked”. I will never forget those words of advice. I will miss you, rest in peace my Friend.
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Ivan Ball posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Dear Family,
How great is our God! For the first time in years, I spent Christmas 2022 in Newfoundland with family. The decision to travel midwinter was not mine alone but believe it to be of a higher power. When I left mid-January, little did I know my brother's life on earth would soon be over. For more than 50 years I have been travelling back to the homeland and have always enjoyed my summer visits. This time though, it was different! Bud, Smokey, Harold whatever nickname he went by, put it over the top. We laughed, joked, told stories, ate plenty BC smoked salmon and Dungeness crab, and laughed some more. You could almost say it was epic, because Smokey was at the top of his game leading the pack. To be honest, I had not seen him, so family oriented in years.
I wish more than anything to have been there to see him take his last ride. Then again, the journey he is on, is far better than anything I could ever offer.
Sending strength, love, and hugs to family, especially Bud's children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Ivan and family
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Les & Doreen Goobie posted a condolence
Thursday, February 23, 2023
We are so sorry to hear of Smokey’s passing. Smokey and his stories will be surely missed at the Tail Race. Our hearts and our prayers go out to all the family.
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