It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our loved one, Celma Melita Goodyear (nee West) of Deadman's Bay who passed away at Bonnews Lodge on Friday, March 17, 2023.

Celma was predeceased by her parents Annie-Laura and Eli West, her sister Myrtle Ellsworth and brother Harold West; her in-laws Eldon and Pearl Goodyear; brothers-in -law George, Baxter and Sidney Goodyear and Elias Ellsworth; sisters-in-law Blanche West, Mabel Stokes, Violet Elson, Mary, Linda , and Phyllis Goodyear.

Leaving to mourn is her husband of 61 years, Harvey, who was her partner in all of life's adventures including raising seven children.  Family was always her key focus and she proudly supported the accomplishments of her children; Rosemarie (Darrell), Dean (Shelley), Dawn (Beaton), Alvina (Dwight), Oliver (Jean), Elizabeth ( Lester) and Herman. She was much loved and in turn loved deeply her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Keeping her close in their hearts today and always are Nicholas (Kim); Tiffany ( Sheldon) and Kylee- Rae; Dylan; Christopher (Tiffany), Ava and Mason; Ashley (Cory), Logan and Landon; Spencer (Megan); Cameron ( Taylor-Jayne) and Parker; Natasha (Johnny) and Melody; Desirea (Brad), Ashtyn and Jonah; and Taylor (Keenan).

Also mourning at this time are her brothers-in-law: Winston (Barbara), Carson (Ruby), Newman (Mildred), Leo ( Joan) and Lawrence ( Goldie) Goodyear, Bill Elson and sister-in-law Lorraine  (Seward) Mouland, and Shirley Goodyear. Her door was always open and welcoming to her large circle of nieces, nephews and other extended family who were very much a part of what she considered family.

Mom was a strong, resilient woman who faced life's challenges with a smile, a strong will and determination. There was no task that couldn't be tackled if everyone pulled together and united as a family. She saw the strength in everyone and was always happy when she was sharing the accomplishments of her family from job promotions, travel adventures, musical recitals and the latest report card results. She was the core of the family and her legacy will continue at each family gathering and celebration that will continue in the traditions that she established and instilled in each of us. We will miss her greatly but love never dies it just lives deeper in our hearts.

Visitation will take place at Kittiwake Funeral Home, Pound Cove on Sunday, March 19, 2023 from 2 - 4:30 p.m. (Public).

Funeral service by invitation only will take place at Kittiwake Funeral Home, Pound Cove on Monday, March 20, 2023 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Lorne Bungay officiating.

Interment to follow at St. Andrews United Church Cemetery, Deadman's Bay.

As an expression of sympathy flowers are gratefully accepted or donations in Celma's memory may be made to Daffodil Place, St. John's, Nl.