It is with great sadness that the family of the late Michael Benedict Delaney announce his passing at Lakeside Homes, Gander on Monday February 5, 2018 at the age of 97 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his sons: Ronald (Linda) of Casselman, ONT., Michael Jr. (Annie) of Gander, NL., Eugene (Shirley) of Glovertown, NL., Terrance (Madeline) of Gander, NL., Desmond (Bonnie) of Gander, NL.; daughter Ursula (Ronald Cashin) of Gander, NL.; son-in-law Donald Samson of Gander, sister Dorothy Ellis of Minnesota; 18 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, also a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Hazel; daughters: Carol, Yvonne; parents: Patrick & Theresa; sisters: Mary, Elizabeth; brothers: Patrick, Mark and Dominic. Family will be receiving friends at Stacey’s Funeral Home, 60 Roe Avenue, Gander on Tuesday February 6, 2018 from 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesday February 7, 2018 between the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will take place on Thursday February 8, 2018 from St. Josephs Roman Catholic Church at 2 p.m with burial to follow at All Saints Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers donations in Michael’s memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Stacey’s Funeral Home Gander/Carmanville to leave an online condolence please visit our website at www.staceysfuneralhome.ca