Anne Thistle

It is with great sadness that the family of Anne Thistle announce her peaceful passing at Corner Brook Long Term Care Facility at the age of 95 on June 12th, 2026.

She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her 5 children, Vivian Reid (late Gary), Dave Hutchings (Norma House), John Hutchings (Mary), Carol Ann Coombs (late Tom) and Lorraine Abbott (Ken), 10 step children Wayne Thistle, John Thistle (Elaine) Ronnie Thistle, Doreen Hurley (Greg), Kathryn Elliott (Randy), Enid Chafe (Brian), Beverly Gauvin (Gerry), Debbie Thistle, Lorna Tower and Marion Thistle. Sister Jean Howell (late Ron) and sister- in- law Christine Wicks. Also left to mourn are her 10 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren as well as many other relatives and friends.

She was predeceased by her husband Earl Thistle, 1st husband Kevin Hutchings, baby son Jimmy Hutchings, son Paul Hutchings, and parents John and Prudence Wicks. She is also predeceased by her brothers and sisters Leander Wicks, Eric Wicks, Fred Wicks (late Sadie), Wilfred Wicks, Stewart Wicks, Nellie Ford (late George) Beth Canning (late Max), and Florence Ford.

Mom was well known for her fabulous cooking and baking and constant open house though whose doors many people passed. She also volunteered for many charities over the years. She was born in Jackson's Arm and came to Corner Brook in the late 1940's. She worked at the Glynmill Inn and The White House where she met her husband, Kevin Hutchings. She later worked at a day care center looking after children which she loved to do. She loved a game of cards, reading and knitting, especially for all the new babies in her family. She later met and married her second husband Earl Thistle with whom she spent many fun filled days. Her children and grandchildren were her pride and joy.

The family would like to thank the staff of the Corner Brook Long Term Care Facility, 3 North West for their compassionate care for mom in the last 4 years.

There will be a visitation taking place for family and friends at Country Haven Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 17th, 2026 from the hours of 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM, from where the funeral service will take place at 11 AM on Thursday, June 18th, 2026 in the Country Haven Chapel with Rev. Jocelyn Cook officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in Anne's memory to a charity of one's choice.

“Forever in our hearts”