Michael R. Daley

Passed away in his sleep on Tuesday June 19 2018, surrounded by family, Michael Randell Daley of Tiffany Court in St. John’s NF. He leaves behind his loving wife of almost 60 years Leona (Benteau), son Brian (Kathleen Roger) and daughters Annette (Glen Abbott), Carolyn (Mike Summers) as well as granddaughters Julia, Catriona and Lauren. Mike is survived by his sisters Conchessa Daley, Catherine Fagan, Patricia Butland and Clotilda Daley. His brothers Brendan and Lawrence and his sisters Sally Martin and Madeline Didham pre-deceased him. Mike was born on December 27, 1934 in St. Joseph’s Salmonier, St. Mary’s Bay to David Daley and Kathleen (Christopher). He began his working life as a civilian employee of the United States military in St. John's and Goose Bay, where his three children were born. Mike moved many times throughout the course of his career, living in St. John’s, Grand Falls, Corner Brook, Halifax (NS), St. John (NB) before he retired in Ottawa (ON) after a 25 year career with Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. Mike and Leona met many lifelong friends throughout their travels, several of whom remain close today. Mike was known for his kindness and devotion to family and to the many friends he and Leona shared over their sixty years together. His sense of humour and quick wit were legendary, especially among the many health care professionals who cared for him over the past years. The family are very grateful for the kindness shown by Dr. Penton, Dr. Tompkins and for the many staff at Tiffany Village who cared for him in his final days. Cremation has taken place. Resting at Caul’s Funeral Home, 84 LeMarchant Road, on Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place at Mary Queen of Peace Church on Saturday, June 23, 2018 at 9:30 a.m.