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Taushauna (Moore) Mazzuca posted a condolence
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Mrs. Carey & Family,
I'm very sorry to hear of Mr. Carey's passing.
I wanted to share a story that speaks to Newfoundland hospitality and the small world we live in!
I was working on a project in Toronto and met a lady. We got to talking and when I shared I was from Newfoundland she started raving about a recent trip to the island. What stood out to her the most was an encounter she had in a city called Corner Brook with a man who sold her a pair of snowshoes. She talked about his warmth, hospitality and stories. We both had a good chuckle when I told her his wife and my mom taught together....another example of Newfoundland's renowned two degrees of separation.
My condolences to you all and I hope this story brought a smile and shows the wide reach Mr. Carey had, and that we can all have, sometimes without even knowing.
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Marilyn Carey posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Theresa and Family
So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing
We are unable to be there at this difficult time but rest assured you are in our thoughts and prayers
Rest In Peace Jack
Tom and Marilyn Carey
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Kevin Carey posted a condolence
Monday, January 11, 2021
I had, and still have, a lot of respect for my Uncle Jack. According to my father, Wilfred, there weren't many problems Uncle Jack couldn't figure out. I love the story about how he wanted to level up his front yard. He wanted to proceed with absolute confidence that every square foot would be perfectly level. So, he dug up the front lawn, built a system of square foot wooden boxes that covered the whole area, made sure each one of those was level, and then filled in the dirt. Mission accomplished.
Jack and a few of his siblings almost got carried away once, literally, when he designed and built an enormous box kite. Dad and I also used another of Uncle Jack's method's to level up his shed at our cabin. This time, it was by running thin, clear, rubber tubing all the way around the base of the shed. I never did figure out how it really worked, but dad was able to level up the shed by putting some water in the hose and watching it to see which corner had to go higher.
Such a smart man. He was always so kind and funny to my kids and I, and I am really missing him. I have been praying for him and for all you (especially Theresa, Regina and John) and will keep it up. I'll be thinking about you and Jack on the 13th.
Love,
Kevin
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Janice Carey posted a condolence
Monday, January 11, 2021
Aunt Theresa, John, Jeanie and all my family in Corner Brook,
I am so sad about the loss of Uncle Jack. I am happy mom and I had the chance to see him this past summer when he was in St. John's. I will miss him very much. I wish that I was able to be with all of you in Corner Brook but know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers and I am with you in spirit.
Love to all,
Janice
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Mark Mitchell and Family posted a condolence
Sunday, January 10, 2021
Aunt Theresa, John, and Genie, I'm having a hard time putting into words how I felt on hearing of the passing of Uncle Jack. Although many years have passed my memories are of happier times when we were younger and of the times we spent together as families. From my family to yours, our deepest condolences and prayers, I'm sure him and dad are catching up on old times.
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George and Brenda Buffett posted a condolence
Sunday, January 10, 2021
Theresa and family . So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing.Jack was a very light hearted and likeable person.He always lightened any moment with one of his many jokes.May all your memories carry you during this difficult time.George and Brenda Buffett
Maureen Fatkin posted a condolence
Saturday, January 9, 2021
Dear Theresa & family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I do remember meeting Jack & always thought of him as a kind & gentle man. Know that I am thinking of you during this difficult time. I hope your cherished memories will comfort you.
Maureen Fatkin
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Imelda Peters - Edmonton lit a candle
Friday, January 8, 2021
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A sweet and gentle man (and gentleman) has left us. Mentioning uncle Jack's name evokes memories of summers he and aunt Theresa came from Corner Brook to Marystown. We would go to Wild Beach for picnics with the Mitchell families and uncle Jack would take films of us with his "movie camera." Those were wonderful, carefree times. But I think my favourite memory will be the summer a few years ago that I was travelling from Edmonton to Port Saunders for a 50th anniversary and decided to spend a night with you and aunt Theresa along the way. As I hadn't seen you and in awhile, I told you you'd easily recognize me as I would be wearing a very "royal" hat when I arrived at your house. When my brother Art and I arrived, the door quickly opened and with a bow and flourish of your arm you said "welcome your majesty." As I was walking in wearing my regal hat,I noticed that you had made a red carpet for me to walk on with a couple of bath towels. We had a good laugh and a lovely night with you both. Now every once in a while that memory will slip out of my eye and roll down my cheek. Sleep well gentle man, you will be with the good Lord. Aunt Theresa, John and Jeannie, you are in my thoughts with love.
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Ingrid Reid posted a condolence
Friday, January 8, 2021
Theresa, John and Jeannie, I was so very sorry to learn of Jack's passing. My sincerest condolences to you.
I remember watching your home being built across the street from our family home in the 60s. I also remember all the work that Jack did on the lawn and the wall over the years. He was always working at something, and it seemed to this little kid that there was nothing he couldn't do. As I grew up, I discovered he was a great guy for conversation and stories, as has been noted in these tributes. There was no topic that he didn't know something important and interesting about! I especially appreciated his kind words and support to Mom, Bruce, Ann Marie, Janet and me when Dad passed away over 30 years ago.
Please take comfort in knowing that he was not just a good man but certainly a unique character who was special to many, and he will be remembered fondly by all.
Ingrid Reid
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Mona Fraser posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Theresa And Family :
so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mona & Carl Fraser
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Brian Carey posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Growing up, in Humbermouth, there was always family on “the hill”; the area on, and between, Clarence and Washington Streets, including Peddle’s Lane, the road named after Nan Carey’s side of the family.
A quick count tells me there were 17 different homes, all related to each other in some manner, on “the hill.” From the Foleys, to the Peddles, to the Hogans, to the Powers, and more, there was always family around. Mom and Dad's socializing was always with family. As a kid, you tended to take it for granted. You just assumed this was the way things always were and the way things would always be.
I have, for all intents and purposes, not lived in Corner Brook for over 30 years. As you get older, the steady march of time teaches you that you should never take things for granted. Over the years, we all have had friends and family members pass on. Each time, a little piece of you goes with that person. A piece of anyone who knew Uncle Jack has been lost to them with his passing.
As a boy, he always fascinated me.
My earliest memories of him go back to picking rocks at the Massey Drive Rock Cut to build the stone retaining wall on the lane down to Nan and Pop’s. I couldn’t have been much more than 5-you’d never been able to take a 5 year-old in the back of a pick-up on the highway these days. When at the cut I had to stay by his side so he could keep an eye on me as he, and others, collected for the wall. I remember finding rocks and asking him if that was a good one. “Oh yes,” he’d always say and dutifully ensure my rock made it to the truck while knowing full well that it was too small and would never be used. Really, looking through a many years later lens, I was in the way. Uncle Jack never made me feel that way though.
Dad and Jack purchased Chain Lake Outfitters from Uncle Jim in the early 70’s. I remember fall resupply trips with them, and John, to the Battle Pond camp. There would be the drive to Pinchgut, the flight on Angus Wentzel’s float plane, and, once there, fishing from an aluminum boat. Uncle Jack always wore a black, Jones style hat that was surrounded by a cloud of flies. I once asked him why he wore it-after all there was a cloud of black flies dancing around that hat. He’d say, “They don’t land on my face when I wear this.”
In 1996, when Nan passed, Jack and Theresa put Dad, Mom, Mike, and Me up at their place. There was book after book after book on topics ranging from First Nations Chiefs to ancient Rome to chess. The man had a sharp mind and a keen intellect.
When our son, Eric, was born in 2008 I got a card in the mailbox to go to a nearby postal outlet for a parcel. Unannounced, and unsolicited, you can guess what was there. A pair of beavertail snowshoes, for Eric, from the Snowshoe Man himself. These are a treasured heirloom for my family-ranking with the unworn trigger mitts my maternal grandmother knit for me before she passed away in 1992.
I grew up hearing about the bucket used to cross Sheffield Brook and boom bridge used to run across part of Birchy Lake. These were long gone by the time I came along. However, Uncle Jack had videotaped them and these images are a treasured part of our families’ history.
My visits to Corner Brook are fewer and farther in between. Each time I get home, there are less family members on “the hill.” With Uncle Jack’s passing, another chapter of family history has closed. A chapter that can never be regained. A piece of my rich childhood goes with him. Godspeed, Uncle Jack. You will be remembered and missed.
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Joyce Brockway lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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Theresa and Family, so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Deepest condolences from Dave and I at this sad time.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the Carey Families during this difficult time.
David and Joyce Brockway
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Nellie barker posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
So sorry to hear of Jacks passing . I remember the time he spent on Rehab after his stroke . Such a pleasure to work with him and his family . My prayers are with you . Nellie ( Audeau) Barker
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Joan Peddle lit a candle
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
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Theresa and the Carey Family,
My late husband bought several pairs of snowshoes from Jack over the years and sent them to people all over the country.
Please accept my sincere condolences on his passing.
Joan (John) Peddle
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Sharon (Carey) Hynes posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Aunt Theresa, John & Regina, we are so sad about Uncle Jack.
Sending you all of our love and support at such a difficult time.
Though we cannot be there in person, know that we are with you in our hearts.
Deepest condolences, Sharon & Darren
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Colleen Mitchell uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
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Aunt Theresa, John (Tania) and Jeanie, we are sending you all of our love and prayers during this difficult time. Uncle Jack was a truly special man, so smart, kind and so wonderful. I loved having conversations with him. We really enjoyed our visits at your home, especially over the last few years with our kids. We will always remember him with love and happy memories. We took a family snowshoe in his honour a couple of days ago and our kids know well where their snowshoes came from and why they are so special.
Much love to you all and hopefully we will see you in the summer.
Colleen, Jason, Garrett and Miriam
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Kyran, Anna Kennedy and Family posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
It was with great sadness that we heard of Jack’s passing. Wif Carey, our brother-in-law, spoke very fondly of his brother Jack. We visited Jack’s workshop and were very impressed with his humour and skills. He made snow shoes for our daughter, which she cherishes today. Condolences to his wife, Theresa, Wif and the entire Carey family.
Kyran and Anna Kennedy and family. Newmarket, Ontario
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Marie Lundrigan posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Sending condolences on the loss of your beloved Jack. He was such a sweet man.
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Betty Anne Stevens posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers & thoughts to your family on Jack’s passing. As a child I went to Aunt Fanny’s with my Grandmother Mary Perry( Aunt Fanny’s sister). As a child I knew the family well. May he Rest In Peace. Betty Anne Stevens(Perry)
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David Mitchell lit a candle
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
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Aunt Theresa, John and Tania, and Regina. So sorry to hear of Uncle Jack's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I have many fond memories of Uncle Jack, from growing up when you used to visit Marystown, to the time when all of my family piled in to our yellow station wagon and made the cross province trip to Corner Brook. He will be missed, but he will never be forgotten. Warmest regards.
David Mitchell - Edmonton
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Judy Bond posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Mrs Carey, John, Genie and the Carey family. My heart is heavy learning of Mr Carey’s passing. He was ever present in my life as I’ve listened to the stories and chats that He and Dad shared. And he sure didn’t mind me asking questions - he loved to share his knowledge. Cherish the memories. He was a beautiful person who touched many lives. Forever remembered.
Judy Bond (Brake)
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Roger and Gertrude Humber posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing.Thinking of you and praying that all your good memories will help you through this most difficult time. Sincere condolences,Roger and Gertrude Humber
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Mary SpencerJ posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Theresa so sorry to hear of Jack,s passing. Please accecpt my sincere condolences to you,John and Genie.May God grant to you all the special graces and Blessings you need now and in the days ahead.Jackwas a very good person . ..and I was priviledged to know him. May his gentle soul reat in peace. God blessyou all.
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Dianne Hearn posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. Keep all the memories close to your heart as this will get you through this difficult time.
Bob & Dianne Hearn
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Compagnon posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Our deepest condolences to Theresa & family on your loss. Having grown up near Theresa & her family, I have fond memories of the hours spent with them & having met Jack on a visit to their home. My wife Irene & I had an enjoyable visit. I found Jack to be a class act & a real gentleman. May he Rest In Peace while delivering a new set of snowshoes to the Lord. (I’m sure Jack would find humour in this comment). Our prayers and thoughts for comfort and peace are with you all.
Pat (Paddy) & Irene Compagnon.
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