Caroline Edgecombe (nee Murrin)

Caroline Edgecombe (nee Murrin)

Jan. 9, 1940 -Jan. 7, 2023

Passed peacefully away at St. Patrick’s Nursing Home on Saturday, January 7, 2023, two days before her 83rd birthday.

Leaving to mourn with cherished memories are Jack, her devoted husband of 61 years; loving children Rod (Jackie), Pam and Beverly Edgecombe; adored grandchildren Jordan, Sean and Keira; brothers Robert and Ches (Cynthia) Murrin; sisters-in-law Pauline Murrin, Ann Murrin, Milley Johnson (Mark) and Evelyn Dalton (Robert); treasured nieces and nephews; extended family and friends.

Predeceased by her parents Arthur and Ursula (Moores) Murrin of St. John’s; parents-in-law Caleb and Lenora (Stead) of Little Catalina; sister Phyllis Williams, brother Victor Murrin; niece Brenda Squires; brothers-in-law Mark Johnson and Robert Dalton.

We would like to extend a thank you to the staff of St. Patrick’s Mercy Home for your compassion and care.

Caroline was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Her family meant the world to her. Born and raised in St. John's, she graduated from Curtis Academy before working at Veteran's Affairs. Caroline and Jack married in 1961 and lived briefly in Long Pond before moving to Holyrood where they lovingly raised their three children. Caroline was active in the community through the Brownies and Guides, and enjoyed spending time with a small circle of close friends and neighbours. Most summers included camping trips throughout Newfoundland and the Maritimes. Caroline and Jack moved back to St. John's in 2009.

Caroline was passionate about animals of all kinds, especially dogs and cats. Although from St. John’s, she embraced rural life and loved to garden and keep ducks, chickens and goats. She also had endless creative energy and brilliance, evident in a wide range of arts and crafts including sewing, knitting, upholstery, and other fibre crafts, often of her own design. Some of Caroline's crafts became very popular at local craft markets, particularly in the 90's and early 2000's.

Caroline was dedicated to and enjoyed raising her children. She is fondly remembered by all for her abundant love, her attention and guidance in matters of heart and mind, for always being there for them. And for all the cakes and cookies.

Humble and modest, strong and determined, Caroline was generous in heart and spirit. She will be missed immensely.

At Caroline’s request cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at Barrett’s Funeral Home 73 Commonwealth Ave., Mount Pearl on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, from 2:00 -9:00 pm. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at 2:00 pm from Barrett’s Mount Pearl Chapel.

In lieu of flowers and in honour of Caroline’s love for all animals, donations can be made to the Humane Services St. John's, or an animal charity of one’s choice.