It is with great sadness that the family of the late Edna Rosalind Penney (Prouse) announces her passing from the Springdale Green Bay Health Centre on Monday, June 1, 2026, at the age of 80.

Edna was born on June 17th, 1945, To James and Daisy Prouse at Middle Arm, NL. Edna was the oldest of 5 children, often being a mother figure to her more younger siblings when needed.
At the age of 18 Edna married the love of her life, Cecil Penney of Smith's Harbour on September 4th, 1963. Together they had 11 children and also raised their first-born grandson and made a beautiful life together.
While Cecil worked away for long periods of time, Edna took on the fatherly role as well. She never shied away from hard work, whether it be bringing water from the nearby well, chopping firewood, tending the wood stove, cooking endless meals and countless batches of homemade bread, Edna done it all whilst keeping 12 youngsters in line, pretty impressive indeed.
When Cecil returned to the water to make a living, Edna was right there by his side. From picking cod from the nets, picking capelin or keeping everyone fed in punch bowl Labrador with a broken arm with NO CAST, she was up to the challenge.
Edna took pride in her family and providing whatever they needed and done so with her whole heart.
Later in life when the grandchildren and later still great grandchildren came along, Edna's heart grew a size for each and every one of them She delighted in the phone calls, was overjoyed by their visits. "Grammie" as she was to them made the best cinnamon rolls and bread. She filled their bellies and they filled her heart.
In 2010 Edna lost the love of her life, whom she shared 46 wonderful years with. Though hard to continue life's journey without her life's companion, Edna faced it headed on and ventured into life again just as Cecil would have wanted. Edna made many journeys across the country visiting family and enjoying many adventures along the way, even a jump or two on the trampoline, lol.
Four years ago, Edna was diagnosed with breast cancer. Following a double mastectomy, 5 strokes, covid, partial paralysis, 2 days in palliative care, Edna persevered and proved medical expects wrong and surpassed the 3-month life expectancy by 3 years and 9 months. Her resilience and strength were insurmountable.
In her 80 years - 11 months - 15 days on this earth she gave so much love, guidance and knowledge to anyone and everyone who had the privilege to know her.
Edna leaves behind a legacy like no other. One that will have a lasting impact for generations to come.

Mom, thank you for the wonderful life you provided for us and the knowledge, understanding and courage to live it. You are and always will be the best part of us.

Predeceased by her husband Cecil Penney; daughter, Bride Gillingham; parents, James and Daisy Prouse; brother, Henry Prouse (Joan); parents-in-law, Leander and Melinda Penney; brother in law Fredrick Penney; sisters-in-law, Stella Shiner (Herbert), Effie Mitchell (Clarence).

Lovingly remembered by her children: Kenny Penney (Delores) Smith's Harbour, Madeline Locke (Wayne) Manitouwadge ON, Brenda Ledrew (Tony), Pearce Penney (Colleen) Antigonish NS, Stephen Penney (Kim) Coachman's Cove NL, Darrell Penney, Baie Verte NL, Melvia Penney, Manitouwadge ON, Doreen Anstey (Carl) Kings point NL, Jason Penney (Kim) Calgary AB, Jimmy Penney (Elma) Whitecourt AB, Travas Penney (Jill) Kelowna BC; Son-in-law Perry Gillingham Kings point NL.

Grandchildren: Shelley Gillingham (James), Jamie Locke (Laura), Trevor Penney , Andy Ledrew, Tyson Penney, Tiffany Sponagle (Jordan), Jeffery Locke, Susan Gillingham (Quentin), Micheal,  Dylan Anstey , Whitney Penney (Jarvis), Devin Anstey (Sarah), Cody Penney (Sam), Kieran Matthews,  Jayden Penney, Riley Penney, Elijah Penney, Madison Penney, Isaiah Penney, Lucas Penney; Great-grandchildren: Cadence Locke, Myah Penney, Erin Locke, Shaylee Penney, Joshua Sponagle, Blake Penney, Tai sponagle, Chayse Locke, Jeremy Penney, Nora Martin, Claira Locke, Lexie Anstey, Kolby Gillingham,  Andrew Locke, Lyla Anstey; siblings, William Prouse (Nola), Richard Prouse (Lisa) Middle Arm, NL, Cindy Noble (Derrick) Fort McMurray AB; sisters-in-law Ada Penney, Smith's Harbour, NL, Marilyn Bowers (Geddis) Smith's Harbour, NL

The family would like to extend their deepest appreciation and thanks to Dr, Noel, Nurse Michelle and the Nursing staff at Green Bay Medical Centre in Springdale for providing exceptional care to Edna during her stay and the compassion shown to the family in such a difficult time. Also to Dr. Flynn at the Central Newfoundland Regional Hospital in Grand Falls for making time to talk to them about Edna's prognosis and explaining things in such an understanding way and giving them ample time to ask questions.

To the Staff at Providential living in Baie Verte, where Edna resided for the past few years, Thank you for treating her like family. You always went the extra mile to make her feel welcomed and loved. She grew fond of you all especially "my girl" Hope as she called her. Hope you were her adopted granddaughter and she loved you dearly. Last but not least, to the nursing staff at the Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre for her wonderful care during her stay there 4 years ago. Thank you all for everything you all did to make her days better and brighter, much appreciated – The Penney Family.

As per the deepest wishes of the deceased, there will be no public visitation, viewing or service. An intimate private gathering for children, spouses, grandchildren and great grandchildren will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 2:00pm from Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, Baie Verte NL. Interment to follow at Bayview United Cemetery, Smith's Harbour NL.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, 22 Main Street, Baie Verte, NL.