Obituary of Etta Pearl Foote

 It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mom, Etta Pearl Foote, on Monday, February 9, 2026. Etta passed away at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre at the age of 89. 

Etta leaves behind her children Blenos Foote, Christine Mayo (Todd), Valerie Foote, Shirley Moricz (Andy), Velma Stapleton (Paul), Sherry Foote to cherish her memory and carry on her legacy. She was a devoted mother who was also the proud grandmother of 13 grandchildren, Bradley(Kelsie), Candace(Chris), Maddison, Leslie, Jamie, Frazer, Emily, Sarah, Chloe, Colby, William (Autumn), Nicholas, Spencer each of whom held a special place in her heart and her 14 great-grandchildren who brought her immense joy: Quinn, Libby, Sophie, Daphne, Cashius, Kendra, Curtis, Maliyah, Evianna, Kianna, Landon, Linkin, Amelia, Beckett.  She is also survived by her siblings Glenda, Wesley, Malvera, Elsie, Freeman(Shirley), Lillian(Gerald), George, Adelaine(Herbert), Barbara(Norbert), Beverley(Ralph), Jason(Winnie) as well as a large circle of extended family and friends.

Predeceased by parents Archibald & Sophia Crocker, husband Glen Foote, son Melvin Foote, brother Frazer, sisters Millie, Blanche, brothers-in-law William, Hank, Robert, stepmom Violet Brushett.

Etta’s journey of love began at a young age when she met her husband Glen while working at the fish plant in Burin. They married shortly after and built a life centered on their seven children. Etta was a woman of incredible strength; she personally cared for three of her children with disabilities until she was physically unable to do so. Though it broke her heart when they eventually moved into a care home, her fierce protection and love for them remained the guiding force of her life.

The kitchen was the center of Etta’s world. It was always filled with the warm scent of fresh homemade bread and served as the place where she sat with her children, patiently helping them with their homework. Her hands were never idle; she was constantly knitting socks and mittens to ensure her family stayed warm. A shy and laid-back woman, Etta was a proud defender of her children and grandchildren, always putting their needs foremost. 

The grandchildren and great-grandchildren were truly the light of Etta’s life. She was happiest in her rocking chair, gently swaying with a little one in her arms. Beyond her own walls, she was known for her quiet kindness, always lending a helping hand to anyone in the community who needed it.

The family will be being receiving friends on Wednesday February 11, 2026 from 2-7PM.

A celebration of life service will be held at Serenity Chapel 95 Main Road, Salt Pond Burin on Thursday February 12 2026 at 11AM with interment following at Salvation Army cemetery Big Salmonier.

In memory of Etta’s generous spirit, donations may be made to Salvation Army cemetery fund.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Serenity Funeral Home. We Listen, We Learn, We Walk With You.