Linda Marilyn Ralph (Walker)

It is with tremendous heavy hearts that the family of Linda Maralyn Ralph (nee Walker) announces her passing at the Health Sciences Center December 17, 2018 after a short, but courageous battle with Cancer at the age of 61 years. Linda is predeceased by her loving parents Harold and Alice Walker of Norman’s Cove, her parents-in-law John Sr. and Viola Ralph, and her brother-in-law Dermott Driscoll. Leaving to mourn with cherished memories are her husband of 43 years John Jr.; sons Corey (Lloyd), Colin (Paulette), Jason (Lisa); grandchildren Alexis, Rebecca and Peter; sisters Pearl Driscoll, Barbara Jean (Marcel), Hilda Hynes (Alan); brother Stanley Walker; in-laws Mary and Eli Hollett, Patrick and Rose Ralph, Tony and Peggy Ralph, Theresa and Wade Critch, Eugene and Connie Ralph, Ellie Ralph and George French, Eileen and Mervel Smith; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. The Ralph family would like to extend extreme appreciation to the extensive care teams at the Health Sciences Center (HSC), St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital, Dr. William. H. Newhook Community Health Centre (Whitbourne) and the William R. Bliss Cancer Center. A very special thanks to Dr. Squibb (family physician), Dr. Lester (medical oncologist), Dr. Tyler (radiation oncologist and palliative care), Dr. Russell and Dr. Taylor (thoracic surgeons), Dr. Pierce (cardiologist) and numerous physicians, residents and medical students; nursing staff at HSC 4SA, 4SB, 4NA, emergency and cancer centre and the nursing staff at St. Clare’s. Additionally, the family would like to extend a very special thanks to Carmel Collins (nurse practitioner, pain management and palliative care), who was an indispensable member of Linda’s care team. Linda was loved by all those who knew her. She was the Post Master in Bellevue for 20+ years and during that time, greeted the community of Bellevue residence with a daily smile, a chat and a listening ear. She loved her career and working in her community. Linda was an active member of the Bellevue community and in past years participated in plays and concerts, sang in the church choir, provided for those in need and offered help at every turn without complaint or hesitation. Linda’s love of knitting, crocheting, sewing, quilting, scrapbooking and other paper arts not only provided personal satisfaction, but the products of these activities will ensure her family and friends have precious keepsakes to hold dear. Resting at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Bellevue visitations Tuesday from 5-8p.m., Wednesday 11-4, and Thursday 10-12. Wake service to take place Wednesday at 7 p.m. followed by Funeral Mass Thursday at 2 p.m. Linda loved the Christmas season and it is her wish that any flowers be in her favourite Christmas colours (red, white and green). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the SPCA St. John’s, the Sacred Heart Church (Bellevue) or any other charity of your choice. To leave a message of condolence or to sign the online guest book please visit www.hollowaysfuneralhome.ca.