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Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

MOOY, Martin - With his family by his side at the NHS - General Site on Tuesday, December 20, in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Oris for 40 years. Loving father of Audrey (Colin) Ross of Medicine Hat, AB; Corrie (Ethel) of Elmira, Ed (Karen) and John both of St. Catharines. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Lawrence, Craig (Kim), David, Kristen and Caylee and his great-granddaughters Emily and Victoria. He is survived by his sister Klary (Henk) Harssema and nieces and nephew. He is predeceased by his grandson Jason. Martin was a co-founder of Hollands Glorie Band, a member of the Lincoln-Welland Regiment Band, and the Hungry Seven Band. He was a great lover of music and gardening. Martin was a long time employee of the City of St. Catharines as Parks Planner. Mr. Mooy is at the NIAGARA ST. CHAPEL of BUTLER FUNERAL HOME, 424 Niagara St. (south of Scott) on where the family will receive friends on Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at the Salvation Army Citadel, 400 Niagara St. on Friday, December 23, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. Interment at Pleasantview Memorial Gardens, Fonthill. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated by the family. BUTLER 905-646-6322. Butler Funeral Home Niagara Street Chapel - 12/22/2005 - ID7619225

Source : The Standard, St. Catharines, ON

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

ROSE, David Stanley- “Safe in the arms of Jesus“ Peacefully at the Shaver Hospital Dec. 20/05 at the age of 47. Dear father of Stanley, Bryan and Jennifer. Loving son of Stanley and Gwendolyn Rose. Brother of Sharon ( Ron) Muntz and Janet (John) Ham. Uncle of Ben, Eric, Emily, Belinda, Paulina and Chloe. Grandfather of Ashley and Isaac. Cherished friend of Brenda Graham. Cremation has taken place. Private family service to be arranged at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to PASSFIELD MORTUARY SERVICES, 905- 682-0474. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association or The Kidney Foundation if desired. - 12/22/2005 - ID7619227

Source : The Standard, St. Catharines, ON

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

MICHAUD FERLAND, Mme Pauline 1918 - 2005 À Granby, le 20 décembre 2005, est décédée Mme Pauline Ferland, née Michaud, épouse de feu Aldéi Ferland, demeurant à Granby. Les funérailles auront lieu le vendredi, 23 décembre 2005. Le convoi funèbre partira du: Complexe Funéraire Le Sieur 60 boul. Pie IX Granby, QC Tél: 450-777-1414 téléc: 450-777-0999 Courriel : info@ja-lesieur.com Membre de la C.T.Q. pour se rendre à l'église St-Joseph, où le service sera célébré à 11 h 30, suivi de l'inhumation au cimetière Mgr Pelletier, Granby. Les heures d'accueil seront vendredi, jour des funérailles, à compter de 9 heures au salon. Elle laisse dans le deuil ses enfants: Michel (Nicole Beauregard), Réjean (Lisette Lapalme), Carolle (Michel Claude), Johanne (feu Pierre Parent), ses petits-enfants: François (Nathalie), Nancy (Patrick), Catherine, Mélanie (Eric), Annick (Fredérick), Yannick et Geneviève, ses arrière-petits-enfants: Félix, Alexie, Samuel et Maéva, ses frères et soeurs: M. Mme Gérard Michaud, Bérangère Carbonneau ainsi que son beau-frère et ses belles-soeurs et plusieurs neveux, nièces, autres parents et et ami(e)s. La famille désire remercier le personnel de la Résidence Pierre-Jules Crevier (320 St-Hubert) pour les bons soins prodigués à Mme Ferland. (22-23) Paru le 2005/12/22 dans La Voix de l'Est XNZH9767

Source : Cyberpresse - La Voix de l'Est, Granby, QC

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

Gevite Plourde (1926-2005) l'Acadie Nouvelle - 22 décembre 2005 ALLARDVILLE - À l’Hôpital régional Chaleur de Bathurst, le mardi 20 décembre 2005, à l’âge de 79 ans, est décédée Gevite Plourde, épouse de feu Albeni Plourde (juillet 2005), domiciliée à Allardville. Née le 7 juillet 1926, elle était fille de feu Napoléon Gionet et de feu Léontine Lanteigne. Elle laisse dans le deuil une fille, Gisèle à la résidence familiale; trois fils: Edmond (Gertrude) de Bathurst, Yvon et Gilbert (Denise), tous deux d’Allardville; quatre soeurs: Alvine (Burn Stewart) d’Allardville, Adéline (feu Avila LeBouthillier) de Saint-Sauveur, Lucie (feu John Frigault) et Edith Gallant, toutes deux de Montréal; deux belles-soeurs: Rita (feu Roger Chiasson) et Verna (feu Louis Plourde), toutes deux d’Allardville, ainsi que six petits-enfants: Josée, Martine, Cynthia, Sylvain, Sébastien et Yves. Un fils, Yvon à la naissance; deux soeurs: Rita et Louisa, ainsi que quatre frères: Paul, Omer, Alexandre «Sandy» et Sylvain, l’ont précédée dans la tombe. La dépouille mortelle sera exposée à compter de 19h, le jeudi 22 décembre, à la Maison Robichaud d’Allardville. Les funérailles auront lieu en l’église Christ-Roi d’Allardville, le vendredi 23 décembre, à 15h. L’inhumation se fera au cimetière paroissial. Heures de visites: le jeudi 22 décembre, de 19h à 21h et le vendredi 23 décembre, de 13h jusqu’au départ pour les funérailles. La direction des funérailles a été confiée aux soins professionnels de la Maison funéraire Robichaud, 3875, rue Principale à Tracadie-Sheila (395-2112, robichaud@arbormemorial.com)

Source : L'Acadie Nouvelle, Caraquet, NB

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

Lamarche, Lionel LA FAMILLE LAMARCHE a le regret de vous annoncer le décès de M. Lionel Lamarche 1918-2005 À Gatineau, le 20 décembre 2005, est décédé Lionel Lamarche, à l'âge de 87 ans. Il laisse dans le deuil son épouse Gabrielle Lemay (avec qui il était marié depuis 60 ans); ses fils: Alain (Pauline) et Jean (Jacynthe, Richard) et ses petits-enfants: Jean-François et Marie-Claude. De sa famille, il laisse sa soeur Cécile (Maurice) ainsi que de nombreux neveux et nièces de La Prairie et de Montréal. Se souviendront aussi de lui tous ses amis du Lac Vert (Montpellier) avec qui il a passé tous ses étés depuis plus de vingt ans. La dépouille sera exposée à la COOPÉRATIVE FUNÉRAIRE DE L'OUTAOUAIS (95, Boul. Cité-des-Jeunes, Gatineau), le vendredi 23 décembre de 14h à 17h et de 19h à 22h. Une liturgie de la parole aura lieu en la Coopérative, le vendredi 23 décembre à 20h30. Un service religieux sera célébré le mercredi 28 décembre 2005 à l'église de la Nativité de la Sainte Vierge, 155 Chemin St-Jean à La Prairie à 14h. Des dons à la Société canadienne du cancer ou à l'Institut de cardiologie de Montréal seraient appréciés. La famille tient à remercier le personnel du 6e étage Ouest du CHVO de Hull pour les bons soins prodigués. Pour renseignements, tél.: 819-568-2425, courrier: cfam@cfo.coop, télécopieur: 819-568-2426. Paru le 2005/12/22 dans Le Droit WGAG8992

Source : Cyberpresse - Le Droit, Ottawa, ON

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-18

Paquette, Marcel LES FAMILLES PAQUETTE ET DUMOUCHEL ont le regret de vous faire part du décès de M. MARCEL PAQUETTE Est décédé le 18 décembre 2005, à l'hôpital Général d'Ottawa, à l'âge de 65 ans, M. Marcel Paquette de Papineauville. Il était l'époux bien-aimé de Denise Dumouchel. Il fut prédécédé par ses parents, Onésiphore Paquette et Gilberte Périard. Outre son épouse, il laisse dans le deuil sa fille Natalie (Gaëtan Desjardins) et son fils Christian; son petit-fils adoré Gabriel; ses soeurs: Marie-Denyse, Claire (Guy Daigneault) et Nicole (feu Jean-Louis Malette); son frère Michel; ses beaux-frères et belles soeurs: Charles (Nicole Thibault), Rodolphe (Annette Blais), Jean-Jacques (Denise St-Amour), Yvan (Nicole Blais), Robert (Claudette Roy), Fleur-Ange (Michel Emery) et André; ses tantes: Jeanne-d'Arc (feu Roger Séguin), Darquise (feu Guy Charlebois), Pierrette (Jacques Tremblay) et Evelyne (feu Armand Paquette), ainsi que plusieurs neveux, nièces, cousins, cousines et amis. Direction: COMPLEXE FUNÉRAIRE DE LA PETITE-NATION SHIELDS ET FILS INC. 101 rue Principale St-André Avellin Le service religieux sera célébré en présence des cendres, en l'église Ste-Angélique de Papineauville, le vendredi 23 décembre 2005 à 11h. La famille recevra les condoléances en l'église de Papineauville à compter de 10h30. Des dons à la Société canadienne du cancer seraient appréciés. Un merci spécial à l'équipe des soins intensifs de l'hôpital Général d'Ottawa. Pour vos messages de sympathie par courriel: maisonfuneraireshields@vl.videotron.ca ou par télécopieur au (819) 983-6865. Paru le 2005/12/22 dans Le Droit PYME7533

Source : Cyberpresse - Le Droit, Ottawa, ON

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-22

Le 22 décembre 2005 à l'hôpital St-Luc de Montréal, à l'âge de 76 ans, est décédé Fernand Therrien, époux de Fleur-Ange Beauchamp de Sainte-Julienne. Direction funéraire: Coopérative funéraire de Montcalm

Source : L'Action, l'expression des gens d'ici, Joliette, QC

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

KELLY, Marguerite Eleanor Peacefully at her home in Barrie surrounded by her children on Tuesday December 20th, 2005. Marguerite (nee McGarvey) in her 81st year. Beloved wife of 62 years to the late Desmond Thomas Kelly. Dear mother of Frances (Wayne) Campbell of Borden, Dan (Bonnie) of Midhurst, Margaret Cooper of Barrie, Des Jr. (Chris) of Barrie, Jim (Nancy) of Stroud, Paul (Bonnie) of Barrie, Patrick (Bonnie) of Kentucky, Catherine (Cameron) Downing of Essa Township, John of Barrie and foster mother to Brenda (Ralph) O'Connor of Barrie. Loving grandmother of 21 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Raymond (Arlene) McGarvey of Barrie. Sister-in-law of Eileen McGarvey of Oro and Bob Lindsay of Markham. Pre-deceased by her sister Kathleen Lindsay and by her brother James P. McGarvey. A private family service will be held at the Jennett Chapel of the McCLELLAND & SLESSOR Funeral Home, 152 Bradford Street in Barrie (705) 722-6656 at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to R.V.H. Foundation (Cancer Care Centre). A very special thank you to Cynthia, Cathy, Kelly and Shawna of Community Services and to Dr. Chris Dalziel for her guidance, special attention and respect given to our mother. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at margueritekelly@funeralhome.on.ca Her courage, strength and unconditional love for her family will inspire us forever. 12/22/2005- ID7635593 - Barrie Examiner

Source : The Barrie Examiner, ON

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-19

À Drummondville, le 19 décembre 2005 est décédé à l’âge de 83 ans monsieur Maurice Tremblay, époux de dame Gemma Jacques demeurant à Drummondville. M. Tremblay a reposé au Centre funéraire Yves Houle, 130, rue Lindsay, Drummondville. Les funérailles ont eu lieu le vendredi 23 décembre à 11 h en l’église Saint-Frédéric, inhumation au cimetière Le Patrimoine. M. Tremblay laisse dans le deuil, outre son épouse Gemma Jacques, sa fille France Tremblay (Raynald Boudreau); ses petits-enfants Nathalie (Carl Bérubé), Caroline; sa soeur, ses beaux-frères, belles-soeurs, neveux, nièces, ainsi que de nombreux autres parents et ami(e)s. Direction funéraire Centre funéraire Yves Houle

Source : L'Express et La Parole, Drummondville, QC

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-21

LATHAM, NY -- Marietta M. Bessette, 88, of Our Lady of Hope Residence, Latham, died Wednesday, December 21, 2005 after a long illness. She was born in Canada and moved to Waterford at the age of six and was educated in Cohoes, St. Joseph's School and Cohoes High School. She was the daughter of the late Odilas and Alice Comtois Amyot. She was a communicant of St. Joseph's Church, Cohoes and a member of the choir. She was a homemaker. She was the wife of the late Leo P. Bessette, to whom she was married for 62 years. She is survived by her children, Peter C. Bessette and his wife Barbara of Clifton Park, Thomas M. Bessette and his wife Kim of Delmar, Judith A. Stidnick and her husband Ron of Clifton Park, Susan B. Sullivan and her husband Roger of Waterford and mother of the late Robert W. Bessette. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, John Mossey of Waterford; sister of the late Mary B. Mossey, Lucille Hinchcliff, John Amyot and Paul Amyot; grandmother of Ron Stidnick Jr., Elizabeth Hurtado, Nicole Kuftiak, Christopher Bessette and Jenna Bessette; four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Hope Residence, Jeanne Jugan Lane, Latham where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Waterford. Relatives and friends may call at Our Lady of Hope Residence TODAY from 4 to 7 p.m. Contributions may be made in Marietta's memory to Our Lady of Hope Residence. Arrangements by the Dufresne Funeral Home, Inc., Cohoes. For directions and guest registry: dufresnefuneralhome.com Published in the Albany Times Union on 12/22/2005.

Source : Times Union, Albany, NY, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

LECOQ, AMY A longtime resident of Morganza, she died Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2005, at 6:15 a.m. at Crown Health Nursing Home in Mobile, Ala. She was 86 and a native of Morganza. Visiting at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Morganza, on Friday, Dec. 30, from 9:30 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Entombment in the church mausoleum. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, John LeCoq Sr. and Margaret M. LeCoq of Mobile; three sisters, Grace Samples, Mary Lee Cifreo and Louise Serio; two brothers, J.D. Berthelot and W.M. Berthelot; eight grandchildren, Lynne LeCoq Cooper of Clear Lake City, Texas, Susan LeCoq, D.V.M., of Jacksonville, Ala., John LeCoq Jr. of Mobile, Gary LeCoq of Walker, Troy LeCoq of Ventress, Robert LeCoq of Bogalusa and Jessica LeCoq and Seth LeCoq, both of Ventress; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albin J. LeCoq; son, Arnold J. "Moonie" LeCoq; parents, Joseph and Edith Berthelot; and sister, Irma Ortis. Arrangements by Niland's Funeral Service Inc., New Roads. Published in The Advocate on 12/22/2005.

Source : The Advocate, Baton Rouge, LA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

SOUTHBRIDGE— Robert A. Blanchard, 64, of Lebanon Hill Road, died Tues., Dec. 20 at Umass Memorial Med. Ctr. Mr. Blanchard was born in Southbridge, son of Abel J. and Eva (Nimblett) Blanchard. He leaves his wife, Claudette A. (Desaulniers) Blanchard, two sons, Michael A. Blanchard of Charlton, and Steven Blanchard of Southbridge; one daughter Michele A. Cloutier of Southbridge; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandson. Mr. Blanchard worked as a welder at Columbia Mfg. in Columbia, CT, retiring in 1995 due to illness. He was a veteran of the US Navy, and served on the USS CVS Lake Champlain. He was a member of Notre Dame Church. He enjoyed hunting, golf, fishing, and baseball. He served as President of the Southbridge Little League Assoc., as well as an assistant coach of little league teams. He was the head of the Southbridge Recreation Committee, and ran the former Cedar Program. The funeral will be Friday, Dec. 23 from Sansoucy Funeral Home, 40 Marcy St. Southbridge, with a Mass at 1:00 PM in Notre Dame Church, 446 Main St, Southbridge. Calling hours at the funeral home are Thursday, Dec. 22 from 6 - 8 PM. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to The National Foundation for Transplants, 1102 Brookfield, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38119 or the American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701. The Blanchard family asks you to consider being an organ donor.

Source : Telegram & Gazette, Worcester, MA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-15

ENGLEWOOD, Fla. -- Richard R. Boucher, 73, of Englewood, Fla., and Fitchburg, passed away on Dec. 15, 2005. He was born July 11, 1932, in Leominster, son of Ernest Boucher and Florence (Morin) Boucher. He was employed by Dectone for 25 years and worked at Julie Country Day School as a music instructor for three years. Richard was an active church member and Royal Ranger Commander until October, 2005, at Suncoast Worship Center in Englewood, Fla., and at Christian Life Center in Leominster. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict and served on the USS New Jersey.He is survived by his wife, Isabel (Valera); two brothers, Roger and Ernest Boucher, both of Fitchburg; and several nieces and nephews.BOUCHER -- A memorial service will be held Thursday, Dec. 29, 2005, at 11 a.m. at Fitchburg Assembly of God, 839 Ashby State Road, Fitchburg. Memorial donations may be made to Christian Life Center, Royal Ranger Program, P.O. Box 1388, Leominster, MA 01453 or TideWell Hospice and Palliative Care, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238.Published in the Sentinel & Enterprise on 12/22/2005.

Source : Lowell Sun, MA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

KAPLAN — Services for Maurice Bourque, 89, will be conducted at 2 p.m. today at Vincent Funeral Home with the Rev. Mr. Kendal Faulk officiating. Interment will follow in Leroy Cemetery.Visiting hours were observed Tuesday from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. with a rosary recited at 7 p.m. at Vincent Funeral Home. Visitation will resume today at 8 a.m. until the time of service.Mr. Bourque died Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2005, at Abbeville General Hospital.Mr. Bourque was a veteran of the United States Army who served our country during World War II.He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Della Romero Bourque of Kaplan; a step-son, Raywood J. Faulk of Kaplan; two step-daughters, Linda LeMaire of Abbeville and Kathleen Ladewig of Dallas, Texas; two sisters, Delta Girouard and Agnes Blanchard of New Iberia; nine step-grandchildren; 16 step-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.Mr. Bourque was preceded in death by his parents, Marcel and Elise Bonin Bourque; first wife, Velta Reaux Bourque; and five brothers.Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan is in charge of the arrangements.

Source : The Daily Iberian, New Iberia, LA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-09

Lonai Jayne Brunette-Dayton was killed instantly in a car accident in Wrightwood on Dec. 9, 2005. Lonai Jayne Brunette was born on Aug. 29, 1986. She lived her life to the fullest, like there was no tomorrow. Unfortunately, there are no more tomorrows. She will be missed tremendously in our hearts, forever. Lonai Jayne has left a legacy and has touched many, many lives in her brief time on this Earth. She will be missed and loved by all.Lonai Jayne Brunette-Dayton is survived by her husband, Jerry Dayton; mother, Jean Brunette; brother, Shane Brunette; stepdad, Peter Dougherty; grandmother, Betty Jane Wells-Brunette; grandfather, Joseph Paul Brunette; an abundance of aunts, uncles and cousins; and father, Randall Ahlport. Family viewing will be from 4:30 to 5 p.m. Thursday at Westminster Memorial Park, 14801 Beach Blvd. in Westminster. Public viewing will follow from 5 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at noon Friday at Westminster Memorial Park. Reception following funeral services will be from 2 to 5 p.m. at Hotel Huntington Beach, 7667 Center Avenue in Huntington Beach. To contact the hotel, call (714) 891-0123 or www.HotelHB.com. A savings account has been established in the names of LonaiÕs parents, Jean Brunette and Peter C. Dougherty to assist in defraying the cost of her burial. Contributions in her memory can be mailed to Desert Community Bank, Wrightwood Office, Attn: Rose Burcher, P.O. Box 1346, Victorville, CA 92393. The telephone number is 249-3663.

Source : Daily Press, Victorville, CA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-19

YVETTE CROTEAU ORLEANS — Yvette Croteau, 92, of Cross Street, Orleans, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, Dec. 19, 2005. She was born Feb. 2, 1913, in Richmond, Quebec, the daughter of Emile and Emire (Morel) Chainey. On April 19, 1948, Yvette married Fred Croteau, who predeceased her on March 10, 2001. Yvette is survived by her children, Leo Croteau and his fiancée Sheila Turner of East Albany, Albert Croteau and his wife Nancy of Lyndon Center, Alice Cassel and her husband Rick of Bishop, Calif., Robert Croteau and his wife Joyce of Orleans, and Irene Hinsdale and her husband Clark Jr. of Charlotte, 12 grandchildren, seven greatgrandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, Darling Hill Road, Newport (formerly Sias Ave.) on Friday, Jan. 6, 2006, from 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2006, in St. Theresa Catholic Church in Orleans at 10 a.m. by the Rev. Daniel Rupp. Spring interment will take place at St. Theresa's cemetery in Orleans. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Curtis-BritchConverse-Rushford Funeral Homes. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through curtisbritch-converserushford.com.

Source : Burlington Free Press, VT, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-17

Catherine "Katie" Chalifoux, 80, died Dec. 17, 2005, at Rutland Regional Medical Center.She was born in Barton, Nov. 15, 1925, the daughter of Edward and Christine (Young) Chalifoux.She was a former Middletown Springs resident.Surviving are a cousin, Alice Miller of Rutland; her caregiver, Diane DelBianco of Rutland; her longtime roommate, Priscilla LaRock; and a close friend, Pat Agan.She was predeceased by a sister, Mrs. Gadaree; by five brothers, Ernest Chalifoux, Carl Chalifoux, Albert Chalifoux, Henry Chalifoux and Harold Chalifoux.A memorial Mass will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in St. Anne's Church in Middletown Springs. Burial will be held at a later date in Pleasant View Cemetery in Middletown Springs.Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Rutland County Humane Society, P.O. Box 558, Pittsford, VT 05763.Arrangements are under the direction of the Clifford Funeral Home.

Source : Rutland Herald, VT, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-21

MARCOUX, EMMA C., (CHARPENTIER), 97, of Bear Hill Road, Cumberland and formerly of North Providence, died peacefully Wednesday, December 21, 2005, at the home of her daughter Doris. She was the wife of the late George Marcoux.Born in North Providence, Rhode Island, on February 13, 1908, a daughter of the late Philias and Fabiola (Brillon) Charpentier. She had lived in North Providence for many years before moving to Cumberland.She had worked for various jewelry companies as an assembler. Mrs. Marcoux was a communicant of St. Aidan Church of Cumberland and a member of the Bear Hill Village Association.She will be sadly missed by her children, Theresa Malo of Pawtucket, Doris Bouthillette of Cumberland, George Marcoux of North Providence and Raymond Marcoux of Lincoln. 25 grandchildren, 49 great grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren. She was the mother of the late Claire Ducharme and the sister of the late Eva Goff, Alice Flaherty, Cora Pelletier, Louis and Ernest Charpentier.Her funeral will be held Friday at 7:45 am from the A.A. Mariani & Son Funeral Home, 200 Hawkins St., Providence with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:00 am in St. Aidan Church, 1460 Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland. Burial will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery, Pawtucket. Visitation Thursday 4-8 pm. Published in The Providence Journal on 12/22/2005.

Source : Providence Journal, RI, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-18

Peggy Coffey Joffrion, of Slidell, LA on Sunday, December 18, 2005, at Slidell Memorial Hospital, of congestive heart failure. Beloved wife of Floyd J. Joffrion, Sr., Slidell, LA. Mother of 2 sons, Captain Floyd J. Joffrion, Jr., US Army, Seoul, S. Korea and Petty Officer Harold F. Joffrion, USN, Charleston, SC; 2 daughters, Sharon J. Gros, Slidell, LA and Pamela J. Neal, Slidell, LA; Daughter of the late Roy F. and Dorothy B. Coffey; Sister of Roy G. ""Jerry'' Coffey, Chelsea, AL, Emily Eileen Coffey Vaughn, Slidell, LA, Suzanne Ruth Coffey Michel, Belle Chasse, LA, and Linda Josephine Coffey Crawford, Slidell, LA. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Age 63 years. A native of Charlotte, NC and resident of Slidell since 1968. Graduate of Copiah-Lincoln Nursing School, Wesson, MS. She was a Nurse in the Health Care Industry, a devoted homemaker and an avid bridge player. Funeral Services were held at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, 1751 GAUSE BLVD. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Wednesday, December 21, 2005 at 11:00 AM. Rev. Charles Starnes, officiated. Interment was in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Donations to: Calvary Baptist Church, 1615 Old Spanish Trail, Slidell, LA 70458 preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA Published in The Times-Picayune on 12/22/2005.

Source : The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

SUTTON— Lillian E. (Ducharme) Delsignore, 76, died Tues. Dec. 20, at her daughter’s home in Whitinsville after an illness. She is survived by two sons, Kenneth Fagnant of Wakefield, R.I. and Alfred Delsignore of Sutton; two daughters, Susan Giampietro of Whitinsville and Jerilyn Clark of Mendon; 10 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; a brother, Alfred Ducharme of Smithfield, R.I.; a sister, Rita Wright of Cranston, R.I. and several nephews and nieces. She was born on Sept. 10, 1929 in Jamestown, R.I., the daughter of Narcis and Rosalba (Peloquin) Ducharme. She has lived in Sutton for the last 7 years, previously living in Douglas for 30 years, she also lived in Oakham and Woonsocket, R.I. Mrs. Delsignore was an activity director for 25 years at Worcester State Hospital and also worked at Wrentham State School for several years. She was a former member of the North Uxbridge Baptist Church; she enjoyed ceramics, sewing and making stuffed animals. Her funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Jackman Funeral Home, 12 Spring St., Whitinsville is directing arrangements. jackmanfuneralhomes.com

Source : Telegram & Gazette, Worcester, MA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-21

PEMBROKE -- Jeannette Bouffard, 83, of Buck Street, died Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2005, at Epsom Health Care Center. A lifelong Pembroke resident, Mrs. Bouffard was born May 6, 1922, the daughter of Joseph and Rosa (Duhaime) Fanny. She was a retired textile worker and had been employed by BeeBee Shoe in Manchester, Textron, and for 15 years at the China Mills in Allenstown. She enjoyed her grandchildren and had taken care of her disabled grandson for 21 years. Mrs. Bouffard also loved to read. She was the widow of Herve J. Bouffard, who died in 2001; and to whom she had been married 61 years. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Percy and Yvette Bouffard of Pembroke, and Nancy and Walter Brady of Hooksett; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a sister and brother-in-law, Rita and Lucien Gilbert of Allenstown; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Arthur Fanny, who died in 1995. Calling hours will be held today from 6 to 8 p.m. at Petit Funeral Home, 167 Main St., Pembroke. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated tomorrow at 9:30 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church in Allenstown, where the Rev. Donald Clinton, pastor. Burial will be held in the spring at St. John the Baptist Cemetery. For more information please visit petitfuneralhome.com.

Source : Concord Monitor, NH, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-21

Antoinette Fontana Bergeron, 77, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2005.Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Samart Funeral Home in Houma. Religious service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2.She is survived by her husband, Richard D. Bergeron of Houma; one daughter, Elizabeth Bergeron Vito of Houma; three brothers, Charles Fontana of Mathews, Peter Fontana of Houston and Steven Fontana of Houma; six sisters, Rosemary Pizzolato, Merian Henry of Houma, Patricia Bellanger of Mathews, Elizabeth Ward of Ellisville, Miss., Congetta Burke of Labadieville and Kathryn Mizell of Charlotte, N.C.; two grandchildren, Joshua and Seth Vito; and one great-grandchild, Antonio Vito.She was preceded in death by her parents, Congetta Solita Fontana and Vincent Fontana; one brother, Peter J. Fontana; and one sister, Clara Fontana.She was congenial to everyone, and she was everyone’s friend and family.Samart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Source : Houma Today, LA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

James Robert Fortier -- 1940 - 2005 -- Jim Fortier, 65, a computer system manager, died of advanced liver cancer Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2005, at his residence.Get-together: 2 to 6 p.m. Friday at the Fortier residence, 3107 Zion Hill Road, Weatherford. Memorials: The Fortier family suggests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Japanese Gardens at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas 76107.James Robert Fortier, the son of Frank and Muriel Fortier, was born Feb. 19, 1940, in Skowhegan, Maine. Jim and the former Sharon Murphy were married Sept. 30, 1967, and together started their family.Jim was preceded in death by his father, Francis Brett Fortier, and a brother, Jay Fortier.Jim's last wish was to thank all those supporting him during his illness with their prayers and medical assistance, especially the doctors and nurses at Weatherford Texas Cancer Center. The Fortier family would like for everybody to visit Jim's personal website, www.40ers.com/log, and read about his experience during his illness.Survivors: Wife, Sharon Fortier of Weatherford; son, Jon Fortier of Maine; daughters, Mikaron Fortier and Robyn Fortier of Seattle, Wash.; mother, Muriel Fortier of Winthrop, Maine; brother, John Fortier and wife, Joan, of Maine; sister, Janet DeJoni of Anchorage, Alaska; sister-in-law, Carol Fortier of Winthrop, Maine; and many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends. Published in the Star-Telegram on 12/22/2005.

Source : Star-Telegram, Fort Worth, TX, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-18

Lucille L. "Lou" Demers, 68, of Londonderry, died Sunday, Dec. 18, 2005, at home, surrounding by her family, after a lengthy illness. Lou, as she was known, was born in Goffstown on Dec. 28, 1936, a daughter of the late Alphonse and Yvette (Halde) Fortin. She was a resident of Londonderry for the past 16 years and formerly lived in Lawrence, Mass. She was employed as a mill worker for Malden Mills. Lou enjoyed crocheting, camping, spending holidays with her family, and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Raymond J. Demers of Londonderry; five daughters, Donna, Deb, Lisa, Charlene, and Holeen; two sons, Ray and Konrad; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and three sisters. She was predeceased by her daughter, Gail, and two brothers.ARRANGEMENTS: There are no calling hours. Following cremation, a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2005, at 10 a.m. in St. Jude Parish, 435 Mammoth Road, Londonderry. The Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch St., Derry, is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of New Hampshire, 9 Cedarwood Drive, Unit 12, Bedford, NH 03110. To view an on-line memorial, send a condolence, or for more information, please visit www.peabodyfuneralhome.com.

Source : Derry News, NH, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

Margaret R. "Margie" (Gaudet) O'Regan -- Of Cambridge, December 20, 2005, age 67. Devoted mother of Dennis O'Regan, III, and his wife Shelly, James O'Regan, Katy O'Regan, Paul O'Regan and his wife Denise, Kelly O'Regan and her boy friend, Manny and Christopher O'Regan. Loving grandmother of Michelle, Katy, Sean, Eric, Erin, Heather and Denny O'Regan, David McDermott and John Comeau. Funeral from the John C. Burns & Sons Funeral Home, 305 Broadway, CAMBRIDGE, Saturday, December 24, at 8:00 AM followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church, Cambridge at 9:00 AM. Relatives & friends invited. Visiting hours, Friday, 4-8 PM. Interment, Cambridge Cemetery. www. burnsfuneralhomes.com Published in the Boston Globe on 12/22/2005.

Source : The Boston Globe, MA, USA

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

Cheryl D. LaCour, age 41, a lifelong resident of Brewster, NY, died Tuesday, December 20, 2005 in Danbury, CT. Ms. LaCour was born December 21, 1963 in Danbury, CT to Vincent T., Jr. and Marian E. (Fleshood) LaCour. She attended Brewster High School. Ms. LaCour was a Pharmacists Technician for Brooks Pharmacy in Newtown, CT over the past ten years. She was a member of the Drew Methodist Church in Carmel, NY. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and time spent on Cape Cod. Ms. LaCour is survived by a daughter Jennifer Melillo of Brewster; a brother, Vincent T. LaCour III and his wife Sue of Patterson, NY, three sisters, Elizabeth Becker and her husband Peter of North Harwich, MA, Marian Levey and her husband Michael of Santa Rosa, CA and Linda Walsh and her husband Lawrence of Brewster. Also seven nieces and nephews, Frederick Becker, Vincent T. LaCour IV, Kerri LaCour, Conor LaCour, Kaitlin Walsh, Lawrence Walsh Jr. and Linda Walsh. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 23, 2005, 11 AM, at the Drew United Methodist Church, Carmel, NY. Interment following at Maple Avenue Cemetery, Patterson. Friends may call at the Beecher Funeral Home, 1 Putnam Avenue, Brewster on Thursday from 2 to 4 PM and 7 to 9 PM. Contributions in her memory may be made to Rev. Karen's Lost Sheep Fund, C/O Drew United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 900, Carmel, NY 10512. BEECHER FUNERAL HOME 1 Putnam Avenue Brewster (845)279-3615

Source : The Journal News, White Plains, NY, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

AUBURN— Lorraine F. (Lareau) Fox, 86 a longtime Auburn resident, died Tuesday in the Life Care Center, Auburn after an illness. She is survived by her two sons, David P. Fox of Sutton, and Robert R. Fox and his wife Linda of Auburn. She also leaves 7 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. Her husband Robert R. Fox, Sr. predeceased her in 1986. She was born in Auburn, daughter of the late Theodore and Clara (Query) Lareau; she was educated in Auburn schools, graduating from Auburn High School in 1938. She worked as an accountant for State Mutual Insurance in Worcester for many years. She was an avid gardener and loved birds. Her funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 27, at 11:00 AM in the Britton-Wallace Funeral Home, 91 Central Street, Auburn. Burial will follow in Worcester County Memorial Park. There are no calling hours. Donations in Mrs. Fox's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701. For on-line memorial and directions please visit www.brittonfuneralhomes.com

Source : Telegram & Gazette, Worcester, MA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-09-08

Byron Gerard Laurent, on Thursday, September 8, 2005. Beloved husband of Debra Ruiz Laurent and father of Brigitte G. Laurent. Son of the late David L. Laurent, Sr. and Jule Simmons Laurent, brother of Robert L., Sr., Russell L., Jule L. Hotstream, and the late David L., Jr., He was an LSU alumnus and served in the Air Force Reserves Visitation and Mass will be at Our Lady of Divine Providence Church, 1000 N. Starrett Rd., Metairie, LA on Friday, December 23, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. Interment at St. Patrick's No. 1. Donations may be made to the Byron Laurent Scholarship Fund at. St. Michael's Special School. Published in The Times-Picayune from 12/15/2005 - 12/22/2005.

Source : The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-11

Carmel Ann ""Big Wheel'' Marcelin, left this earth to be with her sweet Jesus on Sunday, December 11, 2005 in Lafayette, LA. Beloved mother of Angela M. Marcelin. Adored grandmother of Johann A., Kinta M.A., Peggy and LaQuinta A. Marcelin. Great-grandmother of Kierra Floyd, Jerriah Johnson, Jaden Hill, Horace, Kailan and Kyle Marcelin Sister of Stanley and Louis Marcelin and the late Eunice M. Jefferson. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, many many friends and all who met and loved the ""Big Wheel''. Relatives and friends of the family, also priests and parishioners of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church are invited to attend A Mass of Christian Burial. A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, December 22, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 411 N. Rampart St. at 10:00 A.M. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. Visitation at 8:00 A.M. at the church. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors 581-4411 Published in The Times-Picayune on 12/22/2005

Source : The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

Anita Lavonia Dugas, 50, of Beauxart Gardens, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2005 at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas. Services will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. Friday, December 23, 2005 at Clayton-Thompson Funeral Home in Groves with Rev. Frank Hodges officiating. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Nederland. A gathering of friends and family will take place from 3:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Thursday, December 22, 2005 at the funeral home. Anita was born on January 9, 1955 in Beaumont, Texas to her parents, John Odom and Dorothy Simmons Odom. She graduated from South Park High School in 1973. She was a wife, mother and grandmother who spent much of her time with her children and grandchildren who she loved dearly. Survivors include her husband of eighteen years, Leon Dugas of Beauxart Gardens; sons, Kevin Dugas and his wife Christy of Beauxart Gardens, Johnny Dugas and his wife Jana of Vidor and Blain Dugas and his wife Jamie of Bridge City; daughter, Tiffany Liepke and her husband Neil of Bridge City; brothers, Paul, James and his wife Sandy, Kenneth all of Vidor; sisters, Lanece of Waco, Joan of Beaumont, Tera of Beaumont and Melba of Vidor; ten grandchildren, Shanna, Chance, Jonah, Brooklyn, Matthew, Kourtney, Blake, Brittney, Maghen and Hailey. Anita was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Johnny Odom and sister, Dorothy Ray Duggins. 5200 W. Parkway Groves, Texas 77619 409-962-8836

Source : Beaumont Enterprise, TX, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

Cecile (Ouellette) Madore, 97, of East Hartford, the wife of the late Theophile Madore died Tuesday (December 20, 2005) at the Suffield House. Born in Cyr Plantation, ME, January 16, 1908, she grew up in Maine and had lived in East Hartford for many years. Cecile is survived by her daughter, Verna Berube and her husband, Reed of East Hartford; her sons, Louis Madore of Enfield, Joel Madore and his wife, Aurore of Ellington and Harold Madore and his wife, Lorraine of Andover; her daughter-in-law, Wilma Madore of Old Lyme; 13 grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Besides her husband she was predeceased by her daughter, Florence Lavoie; her son, Leo James Madore; and her daughter-in-law, Joan McNeil Madore. Cecile's family would like to offer a special note of thanks to the staff at the Suffield House for the care and compassion throughout the years, especially during her final days in which their efforts were unparalleled. Funeral service will be held on Saturday December 24, at 8:45 a.m. from the John F. Tierney Funeral Home, 219 West Center St., Manchester, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at St. Christopher Church East Hartford, followed by burial in Hillside Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday evening from 4-7 p.m. Published in the Hartford Courant on 12/22/2005.

Source : Hartford Courant, CT, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

CHICOPEE – Doris R. (Paré) Paul, 82, of the Fairview section of Chicopee was Called Safely Home on Tuesday, December 20, 2005. She was born in Holyoke on January 20, 1923 a beloved daughter of the late Alfred and Rosalia (Chabot) Paré and moved to Fairview in 1946. She was employed for 40 years at the former National Blank Book Company in Holyoke. She was a communicant of Saint Anne Church in Fairview and a member of the Saint Anne Sodality Guild. She was a member of the Club 15 and the bowling league at the National Blank Book and a member of the Fairview American Legion Post 438 Ladies Auxiliary. Her beloved husband, Leonard W. Paul was Called Home on June 24, 2003. They were married at Immaculate Conception Church in Holyoke and enjoyed 56 years of happiness together. She leaves her loving children, William E. Paul and his wife Josette of Fairview and Barbara A. Sabol and her husband Joseph of Sunderland. Her four cherished grandchildren, 1st Lt. Scott Paul, US Army stationed in Germany, Kevin Paul of Fairview, Rachael and Neal Sabol of Sunderland. Her dear brother, Jerome Paré and his wife Lucille of Chicopee. Her six dear sisters, Clarisse Bombardier, Marguerite Poitras and her husband Clement and Theresa Boudreau and her husband Ronald, all of Chicopee, Liliane Bilodeau and her husband Luc, Pauline Doyon and Gabrielle Montmeny, all of Saint Marie Beauce, Province of Quebec, Canada. Her dear brother-in-law, Serge Goulet of Quebec, Canada and her many dear nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by her dear sisters, Cecile Goulet and Theresa Paré and her dear brother, Louis Paré. Her funeral will be held Friday morning, December 23, 2005 at 8:45 a.m. from the St. Pierre – Phaneuf Fairview Chapels (Phaneuf-Blais) 506 Britton Street in Chicopee followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Saint Anne Church, 30 College Street in Fairview. Her burial will follow the Mass at Notre Dame Cemetery on Lyman Street in South Hadley. Her family will receive friends at the funeral home in the Fairview Chapel on Thursday (today), December 22, 2005 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The parking lot is located in the rear of the funeral home. For those who prefer to make a memorial donation, they may be made in her memory to the Saint Anne Church Air Conditioning Fund, 30 College Street, Chicopee, MA 01020. Published in The Republican on 12/22/2005.

Source : The Republican, Springfield, MA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

Irene A. La Plant, 94, Green Bay, died peacefully on Dec. 20, 2005, at a local nursing home. Born on Jan. 12, 1911, she is the daughter of the late Henry and Ella (Schultz) Reimer. On June 21, 1930, she married Francis La Plant at SS. Peter & Paul Church, and he preceded her in death on Aug. 18, 1981. Irene is survived by three children, Rita (Gene) Knox, Green Bay; Bob (Lois) La Plant, Verona; Jack (Joan) La Plant, Green Bay; 10 grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; seven stepgreat-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Francis; two brothers, Fred and Jack Reimer; one granddaughter, Mary Roberts; one son-in-law, Austin Roberts. Visitation at MALCORE Funeral Home, University Avenue at Baird Street, Thursday (today) from 4 to 8 p.m. Parish wake service at 7 p.m. Thursday. Visitation will continue Friday at St. Bernard Church, 2040 Hillside Lane, from 9 a.m. until the time of the funeral. Funeral 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Bernard Church with Rev. David Pleier officiating. Burial at Holy Cross Cemetery. Rita, Bob, and Jack would like to extend a special thanks to their extended family and friends — the folks at Moraine Ridge, Bornemann Nursing Home, and Dr. Rod Meves, for all of the love and concern given to Irene these past years. We love you all. Please visit malcorefuneral home.com to send online condolences to the La Plant family.

Source : Green Bay Press-Gazette, Green Bay, WI, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

SOULARD, RAYMOND A., 64, of Palm Harbor, died Tuesday (Dec. 20, 2005) at home under the care of Hospice of the Florida Suncoast. He was born in Saco, Maine, and came here in 2003 from Biddeford, Maine, where he retired as a truck driver for Vito Mininni Inc. He attended St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Clearwater. He was a member of the St. Louis Alumni in Biddeford and was active in sports and coaching. Survivors include his wife, Joan P., two sons, Marc R. and Scott A., and a daughter, Shelley A. Cook, all of Biddeford; a sister, Pauline Woods, Saco, Maine; three grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Curlew Hills Funeral Home, Palm Harbor.

Source : The St. Petersburg Times, FL, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-14

FRANCOIS, DOROTHY MAE A retired secretary and lifelong resident of New Orleans, she died at 1:55 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2005, at Fort Worth, Texas. She was 71. Visiting at Nazarene Baptist Church, 206 William St., Donaldsonville, the Rev. David Joseph, pastor, from 9 a.m. Friday, Dec. 23, until religious service at 11 a.m. The service will be conducted by the Rev. R.C. Blake Jr. Interment in Ascension Catholic Cemetery. She is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Wanda and Phillip Barrow, Claudia and Anthony Thompson and Diedra and Ronnie Collins; two sons and daughters-in-law, Leonard and JoAnn Shanks and Kevin and Glentis Parker; 14 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her father, Jake Steward; mother, Viola Dominique; daughter, Gwendolyn Parker; and brother, Monroe Steward. Demby & Son Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, is in charge of arrangements. Published in The Advocate on 12/22/2005.

Source : The Advocate, Baton Rouge, LA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-19

Antoinette Smith, 96, formerly of Branch Turnpike in Concord, died Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2005, at Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association's Hospice House in Concord. She was born and raised in Franklin, the daughter of the late Charles and Delina (Cheney) Therrien. Antoinette attended Franklin schools. She worked for the Sulloway & Stevens Mill for many years. She resided in Pawtucket, R.I., for many years, returning to Franklin in 1956. In 1971 she moved to Spring Hill, Fla., where she lived before returning to Concord in 1994. Most recently she resided at the Merrimack County Nursing Home in Boscawen. She enjoyed embroidery, crocheting and reading. She was predeceased by her husband, Allie F. Smith, who died in 1980. Antoinette is survived by her nieces, Evelina Coen of Concord and Theresa Duhamel of Franklin; and many other nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held in the spring at Park Cemetery in Tilton. Waters Funeral Home in Concord is in charge of the arrangements.

Source : Concord Monitor, NH, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-17

DELCAMBRE — Services for Mary Louise Comeaux, 76, were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2005 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church with the Rev. Herb Bennerfield officiating. Interment followed in Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Cemetery.Visiting hours were conducted Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2005 from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. with a rosary recited at 7 p.m. at Fletcher Funeral Home. Visitation resumed Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2005 from 7:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home and from noon until the time of service at the church.A resident of Delcambre, Mrs. Comeaux died at 10:20 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, 2005, at Abbeville General Hospital.Mrs. Comeaux was a member of St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church in Delcambre and a member of the St. Joseph Society.She is survived by her son, Harris Comeaux Jr.; a daughter, Susan Comeaux; a grandson, Tony Leon Comeaux all of Delcambre; two brothers, Walter Jones Jr. and David Duhon, both of Abbeville; two step-brothers, Joe Trahan of California and Sonny Boy Kelly of Jennings; two sisters-in-law, Myrtle Comeaux of New Iberia and Wilda Jones of Abbeville; a special cousin, Willa Mae Brousssard of Erath; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.Mrs. Comeaux was preceded in death by her husband, Harris J. Comeaux; parents, Edward Trahan and Effie Francis; a step-sister, Laura Mae Trahan; and three brothers, Lawrence, J.T. and Ponto Trahan.Pallbearers were Gary George, Billie Comeaux, Sylvester Harrison, Roland Derouen, Curley Reaux and Kenneth Roy.Honorary pallbearers were Walter Jones Jr., David Duhon, Oris Solomon, Tony Comeaux, Peter Harris Comeaux Jr., Sonny Boy Kelly, Joe Trahan, Brock George and Dalton Comeaux.Fletcher Funeral Home of New Iberia was in charge of the arrangements.

Source : The Daily Iberian, New Iberia, LA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

Yolande Cacciapuoti -- February 14, 1908 - December 20, 2005 -- PUTNAM- Yolande Cacciapuoti, 97 of School St., Putnam died peacefully on Tuesday, December 20, 2005 at Westview Nursing Home. She was born in Putnam on February 14, 1908, the daughter of the late Louis and Eva Valade. On September 22, 1936 she married Albert Cacciapuoti. He died in 1988.A resident of Putnam all her life, she was employed until her retirement by the Daughters of the Holy Spirit. Yolande was a member of the Daughters of Isabella, the Ladies of Ste. Anne, and the Annhurst Guild. She was a person of great faith, a communicant of ST Mary Church of the Visitation and will be remembered for her love of family gatherings, her generosity in welcoming everyone into her home, and her sense of humor. She was an avid Huskies fan, she enjoyed traveling, knitting and crocheting, reading her daily newspapers, and keeping up with current events. She is survived by seven children: Alberta Smith and her husband Lee of Enfield, Thomas and his wife Leena of Brooklyn, Marie Sampeck and her husband Michael of San Antonio, TX, Sister Anne Cacciapuoti, DHS of Putnam, Patricia Johnson and her husband Raymond of Putnam, J. Paul Cacciapuoti and his wife Janice of Brooklyn, Jeanne Prindle and her husband Terry of Putnam, CT. She was the beloved memere of 20 grandchildren; 22 greatgrandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by six brothers: Armand, Ulde, Joseph, Omer, Wilfred and Raymond Valade. The Funeral will be Tuesday at 9:30 from the Smith & Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove Street, Putnam followed by a 10:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial at ST Mary Church of The Visitation, 218 Providence Street, Putnam. Burial in ST Mary Cemetery, Putnam. Calling hours Monday 5:00 to 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to ST Mary School 23 Marshall Street, Putnam, CT 06260 or Hospice of Northeastern CT, P.O. Box 632, Putnam. To share a memory with her family, "Light a Candle" at www.smithandwalkerfh.com

Source : Norwich Bulletin, CT, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

AUGUSTA -- Antoinette "Toni" (Veilleux) Poulin Tardiff, 96, died Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2005, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, Augusta campus, after a brief illness.She was born in Augusta on Aug. 21, 1909, the daughter of Napoleon Veilleux and Annie (Bouffard) Veilleux. She was married to the late Albert Poulin and later for 32 years to the late Richard Tardiff, who died Jan. 10, 1980.Toni was an artist for many years and did volunteer instruction at the Augusta Mental Health Institute and at Augusta area elementary schools.She had exhibited at numerous juried, invitational and one-man shows, including Farnsworth Museum, Maine State Art Festival and Hadassah Art Exhibit in Bangor. Her paintings are enjoyed in homes across the United States, Canada and several other foreign countries.She was a charter member of the Kennebec Valley Art Association and the Harlow Gallery as well as the Bangor Art Gallery. She was predeceased by a stepson, Victor Tardiff; a stepdaughter, Estelle Nevers; a brother, Roland Veilleux and a sister, Irene Auger.She is survived by her daughter, Lucille Jordan and her husband, Richard, of China Village; stepdaughter, Yvette Daniels and stepson Gerard Tardiff both of Augusta; a niece, Nancy Willis of Tennessee; a nephew, Paul Veilleux of Florida; 19 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and several great-great grandchildren.Visiting hours are from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, at Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta.

Source : Morning Sentinel, Waterville, ME, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

WESTFIELD - Lorraine K. (Vettel) Leveille, 68, of Westfield, died Tuesday, December 20, 2005 at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield. She was born in Queens NY, daughter of Audrey (LeClaire) Vettel of Bellport NY, and the late August Vettel. Lorraine had worked at Al's Clock Shop in Easthampton, and also at an area nursing home. She was predeceased by her husband, Ernest Leveille in 1995, and a son, Paul Leveille in 1992. Besides her mother, she is survived by a son, Michael Leveille of Westfield; five daughters: Linda Beaulac of Westfield, June Ring of Ohio, Renee Nevue of Southampton, Paula Leveille of Sandwich, and Katherine Ingram of Southampton; 17 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; three sisters: Judy Landahl of E. Patchogue NY, Sharon Centragola of Overland Park, KS, and Marilyn Vettel of Bellport, NY. Private burial will be held at the convenience of her family. There are no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sister Caritas Cancer Center at Mercy Medical Center, 271 Carew Street, Springfield MA 01104. Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home Holyoke, MA Published in The Republican on 12/22/2005.

Source : The Republican, Springfield, MA, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-19

domicile, le 19 décembre 2005, à l’âge de 73 ans, est décédé M. Jacques Beaulieu, époux de dame Carmen Ruel et fils de feu M. Gérard Beaulieu et de feu dame Blanche Simard. Il demeurait à Beauport. Le service religieux sera célébré le vendredi 23 décembre à 14h, en l’église Sainte-Odile, 2875, rue Duval, (coin des Peupliers), Québec, où la famille vous accueillera une heure avant la cérémonie. La direction des funérailles a été confiée à la maison Wilbrod Robert & Fils «fUne Maison familialef» 738, av. Royale, Beauport Il laisse dans le deuil, outre son épouse, son fils Marc (Anne Henderson) et sa fille Hélène (Simon Labadie); ses petits-enfants:f Alex et Camille Lapointe Beaulieu, Frédérick et Jean-François Labadie; ses sœurs: Réjane et Raymonde (Gilles Baronet); ses belles-sœurs:f Mme Antoinette Ruel (Claude Fortin) et Mme Denise Ruel (Guy Poulin) ainsi que plusieurs neveux, nièces, cousins, cousines et ami(e)s. Un remerciement tout spécial au personnel des soins palliatifs du CLSC Orléans pour le respect, la compréhension et la délicatesse témoignés au cours des trois ans et demi de services. Merci aussi au personnel du service d’oncologie de l’Hôtel-Dieu de Québec, pour les bons soins prodigués. Toute marque de sympathie peut se traduire par un don à la Société canadienne du cancer, 1040, av. Belvédère, bureau 214, Québec (Québec) G1S 3G3. À votre dispositionf: condoléances par télécopieur : 418-661-6303 ou www.wilbrodrobert.com (avis de décès disponible sur notre site) Pour renseignementsf:f 418-661-9223 Entreprise affiliée à la Corporation des thanatologues du Québec.

Source : Cyberpresse - Le Soleil, Québec, QC

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-19

1920 - 2005 Au Foyer Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes, le 19 décembre 2005, à l’âge de 85 ans est décédée dame Madeleine Royer, épouse de feu M. Antonio Routhier. Elle demeurait à Québec. Elle laisse dans le deuil ses enfants: Jacques (Charlotte Boutin), Hélène (Michel Maltais), Denise (Robert Ferland), Louise (Michel Breton), Claire (Thomas Fournier) et Jean (Claire Hevey); ses petits-enfants: Martin (Cindy), Simon (Danielle), Andrée (Jonathan), Dominic (Ann), Véronique (David), Mathieu (Fanny), Sandra (Alexandre), Marie-Michele (Andrew), Jennifer, Cynthia, Antony et Jessica ainsi que ses sept arrière-petits-enfants; ses frères: Gaston Royer (Rollande) et Adrien Royer (Claudette); ses belles-soeurs: Gisèle (feu Marcel Routhier) et Micheline (feu Jean-Claude Royer); son ami M. Raymond Gobeil ainsi que plusieurs neveux et nièces parents et ami(e)s.La famille recevra les condoléances au Complexe Funéraire Sylvio Marceau Membre réseau Dignité 270, Marie de l’Incarnation, Québec le vendredi lef23 décembre de 9h à 10h45. Les funérailles auront lieufvendredi le 23 décembre 2005 à 11h, en l’église Sainte-Angèle de Saint-Malo et de là au cimetière St-Charles. La famille tientfàfremercier tout le personnel du 2e et 3e étage du Foyer Notre-Dame-de- Lourdes pour les bons soins prodigués àfMme Routhier. Vous pouvez compenser l’envoi de fleurs par des dons àfFondation des maladies du coeur du Québec 4715, avenue des Replats, bureau 261, Québec (Québec) G2J 1B8. Pour renseignementsf: 418-522-5212 télécopieurf: 418-521-2187 courrielf: quebec@sylviomarceau.com

Source : Cyberpresse - Le Soleil, Québec, QC

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

YATES, Aline Denise (née Boulanger) Au C.H. H.Memphrémagog, le 20 décembre 2005 est décédée Madame Aline Yates, à l'âge de 54 ans, épouse de Raymond Yates, demeurant à Stanstead (Rock Island). La famille vous accueillera en présence des cendres à la: Résidence Funéraire Cass 545, rue Dufferin, Stanstead (Qc) Tél. et télec.: 819-876-5213 Leslie Webster, directeur www.casshomes.ca Heures e visite : MERCREDI 28 décembre 2005 de 14 h à 16 h et de 19 h à 21 h. Les funérailles auront lieu au salon, jeudi le 29 décembre 2005 à 10 h. Inhumation au cimetière Lac Crystal au printemps. Outre son époux, Mme Yates laisse dans le deuil ses enfants Steven, Karen (Christopher), Jerry et Tracy. Ses beaux-fils et belles-filles Brian (Christine), Sharon (Robert), Rebecca (Todd) et Anthony (Elise). Ses petits-enfants Zackery, Ashton, Jeremy, Ashley, Melissa, Joseph, Joshua, Spencer et Katie. Elle laisse également sa mère Géraldine; sa soeur Jeanie; son frère Alain et ses amis spéciaux Joyce, Bonnie, Lisa, Brenda et plusieurs autres parents et amis. Paru le 2005/12/22 dans La Tribune HZMX7478

Source : Cyberpresse - La Tribune, Sherbrooke, QC

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-20

À Trois-Rivières, le 20 décembre 2005 est décédé à l’âge de 73 ans monsieur Benoît Bilodeau, époux de dame Émeline Ménard demeurant à Saint-Nicéphore. M. Bilodeau a reposé au Centre funéraire Yves Houle, 2115, boulevard Mercure, Drummondville. Les funérailles ont eu lieu le vendredi 23 décembre à 14 h 30 en l’église Saint-Nicéphore, inhumation au cimetière paroissial. M. Bilodeau laisse dans le deuil, outre son épouse Émeline Ménard, ses enfants Clément (Solange), Normand (Jeanne), Guy (Nicole), Jeannot (Lucie), Manon (Rémi), Marc (Claire), Chantal (Yvan), Steve (Manon), Josiane (Serge); ses petits-enfants Jonathan, sa filleule Annie, Frédéric, Sébastien, Dominique, Dave, Francis, Stéphanie, Jessica, Stecy, John, Kaven, Mylène, Carollane, Audrey; ses arrière-petits-enfants Jacob, Ellie, Jean-Christophe, Jade; sa belle-mère Bertha Ménard; ses soeurs, belles-soeurs et beaux-frères Rose-Aimée, Yvette, Anita (Rosaire), Simone, Laurette et la famille Ménard, ainsi que la mère de ses enfants Gilberte Mélançon; ses neveux et nièces, ainsi que de nombreux autres parents et ami(e)s. Direction funéraire Centre funéraire Yves Houle

Source : L'Express et La Parole, Drummondville, QC

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-17

CÔTÉ, Aurore (Labbée) Au Centre de Santé de la MRC d'Asbestos, le 17 décembre 2005 est décédée Madame Aurore Labbée, à l'âge de 95 ans, épouse de feu Rolland Côté, demeurant à Asbestos. La famille vous accueillera au: Centre Funéraire Dupuis 550, 1ère Ave, Asbestos, (Québec) Tél: 819-879-2424 - Téléc.: 819-879-4406 Pierre Dupuis, président Jean-Guy Dupuis, directeur Heures de visite : JEUDI le 29 décembre 2005 à compter de 9 h suivie d'une Célébration de la Parole à 11 h. Les cendres seront déposées au Colombarium Dupuis après la cérémonie. Mme Labbée Côté laisse dans le deuil ses enfants Jeannine (feu Fernand Bisson) Asbestos, Paul (Rita Rouillard) Sherbrooke, Gisèle (feu Douglas Gunter) Sherbrooke, Gérald (Florence Desfossés) Victoriaville et Michel (Solange Viens) Asbestos. Elle était aussi la mère de feu Renald (Claire Thibault) Asbestos. Elle laisse aussi ses petits-enfants ; sa soeur Florida (Radville Sask.) ; ses beaux-frères et belles-soeurs, neveux et nièces, autres parents et amis. Remerciements au Centre de Santé de la MRC d'Asbestos pour les bons soins apportés à notre mère. Paru le 2005/12/22 dans La Tribune WQHA4976

Source : Cyberpresse - La Tribune, Sherbrooke, QC

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-22

Maclina Belliveau 16 aout 1914 - 22 decembre 2005 `A l'Hôpital régional Dr-Georges-L-Dumont de Moncton, le jeudi 22 décembre 2005, à l'âge de 91 ans, Maclina Belliveau, épouse de feu Simon Belliveau, domiciliée à Shédiac, Résidence Beau Séjour et autrefois du chemin Cornwall Point. Née à Rogersville le 16 août 1914, elle était fille de feu Johnny Richard et de feu Marie Blanche Hébert. Elle laisse dans le deuil deux filles: Anise Dame de Fitchburg, Mass et Noëlla Cormier (Yvon) de North Andover, Mass; six fils: Eddie (Cathy) et Gérard (Janet) de New York, Éverard (Anne-Marie) de Templeton, Mass, Armand (Stella), Émile (Fernande) et Jean-Guy (Nicole) tous de Shédiac; une soeur Marie Léger (Ronald) de Grande-Digue; quatre frères: Armand Richard (Cécile) de Frédericton, Éric Richard (Madeleine) de Moncton, Jean Richard (Faith) et Edmond Richard de Ontario; vingt-trois petits-enfants, vingt-huit arrière-petits-enfants et un arrière-arrière-petit-enfant. Outre son époux Simon (1999), une fille Lorraine Hanley (2001), deux soeurs: Lina et Jeanne, ainsi que cinq frères: Célime, Gaspard, Joseph, Prospère et Émile Richard l'ont précédée dans la tombe. La dépouille mortelle est exposée à la Maison funéraire Frenette Ltée., 396 rue Main de Shédiac (532-3297) à compter de 14h le mardi 27 décembre. Les funérailles auront lieu en l'église Saint-Joseph de Shédiac le mercredi 28 décembre 2005 à 11h. L'inhumation se fera dans le cimetière paroissial de Shédiac. Heures de visites: le mardi 27 décembre de 14h à 16h et de 19h à 21h et le mercredi 28 décembre de 10h jusqu'au départ à 10h50. `A la demande de la famille, un don à la fondation de l'Hôpital Dr-Georges-L-Dumont (862-4825) ou le cimetière Saint-Joseph serait apprécié.Maclina Belliveau SHEDIAC, NB - Maclina Belliveau, 91, wife of the late Simon Belliveau of Residence Beau Séjour, Shediac and formerly of Cornwall Point Road, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2005 at the Dr. Georges-L. Dumont Hospital, Moncton. Born in Rogersville, August 16, 1914, she was the daughter of the late Johnny Richard and the late Marie Blanche Hébert. She is survived by two daughters Anise Dame of Fitchburg, Mass. and Noëlla Cormier (Yvon) of North Andover, Mass.; six sons: Eddie (Cathy) and Gérard (Janet) of New York, Everard (Anne-Marie) of Templeton, Mass., Armand (Stella), Emile (Fernande) and Jean-Guy (Nicole) all of Shediac; one sister Marie Léger (Ronald) of Grande-Digue; four brothers: Armand Richard (Cécile) of Fredericton, Eric Richard (Madeleine) of Moncton, Jean Richard (Faith) and Edmond Richard both of Ontario; twenty-three grandchildren, twenty eight great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Besides her husband Simon (1999), she is predeceased by a daughter Lorraine Hanley (2001); two sisters: Lina and Jeanne and five brothers: Célime, Gaspard, Joseph, Prospère and Emile Richard. Resting at Frenette Funeral Home Ltd., 396 Main St., Shediac (532-3297) on Tuesday, December 27 from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm, and Wednesday, December 28 from 10 am until time of departure at 10:50 am. The funeral mass will be held at 11am on Wednesday, December 28, 2005 at Saint-Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Shediac. Interment will be in the Saint-Joseph Roman Catholic Church Cemetery, Shediac. Donations to the Dr. Georges-L. Dumont Hospital Foundation or to the Saint-Joseph Cemetery Fund would be appreciated. www.frenettefuneralhome.com [Times & Transcript]

Source : Frenette Funeral Home, Moncton, NB

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-22

Le 22 décembre 2005 au CHRDL, à l'âge de 75 ans, est décédé Paul-Émile Chabot, époux de Pierrette Laurin de Joliette. Funérailes le 27 décembre à 14 h en l'église du Christ-Roi. Direction funéraire : Richard Dugas pour la Résidence funéraire de Lanaudière.

Source : L'Action, l'expression des gens d'ici, Joliette, QC

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-19

LAROSE, Christian 1956-2005 À St-Chrysostome, le 19 décembre 2005, à l'âge de 49 ans, est décédé Christian Larose. Il laisse dans le deuil son épouse Raymonde Blain, ses enfants, Jean-François, Marc-André et Marie-Christine, son père André Cholette et sa conjointe Brigitte, ainsi que plusieurs parents et amis. Les funérailles seront célébrées le vendredi 23 décembre 2005, à 11 heures, en l'église paroissiale de St-Chrysostome. La famille y sera présente à compter de 10 heures. Direction: FUNÉRARIUM GIBEAU INC. ST-CHRYSOSTOME

Source : Le Journal de Montréal, QC

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-21

LaFramboise, Jerome J. "Joe" -- Bay City, Michigan-- Wonderful husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 21, 2005, at his home at the age of 64. The eleventh of fourteen children, Joe was born July 12, 1941 in Auburn to the late Horace and Martha (Reuther) LaFramboise. He married the former Patricia C. Tolsdorf June 16, 1962 in Holy Trinity Catholic Church; she survives him. Joe had many building and business ventures including owning and operating Little Caesars. He was a devoted family man who enjoyed hunting and spending time up north. Surviving besides Patricia, his loving wife of 43 years, are six children: Chris (Beth) LaFramboise and their children Andrew, Joshua and Katelyn, Jeffrey (friend Jill) LaFramboise, Lynn (Chris) Worden and their children Jessica, Cole and Willa, Karen (Chris) Skowronski and their children Veronica, Abigail and Kyle, Keith LaFramboise, and Diane (Nick) Pellegrino and their children Selina, Harleigh, Nicholas, Tucker and Zander; his son-in-law Robert White; three sisters Bernie (Mike) Michalak, Therese (Tom) Reer, and Anne Gleason; five brothers Ben, Al, Chuck (Carol), Vince (Joyce), and Rich (Barb) LaFramboise; several nieces and nephews; and numerous friends. Joe was preceded in death by one daughter Julie White; one sister Marie; and four brothers: Vic, Larry, Bob and Ray. The Funeral Mass will take place 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 24, 2005 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Rev. Fr. Robert Gohm will officiate with Rite of Committal to follow in Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call at the Stapish Cederberg Funeral Home West on Friday from 2:00 until 8:00 p.m., where a Vigil Service will take place at 7:00 p.m. Joe will lie in state at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the ALS Association. The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Visiting Nurse Services & Hospice, and Joe's nephew Mark Michalak for the loving care shown to Joe. Stapish-Cederberg Funeral Home, West 805 E. South Union, Bay City Family Owned and Operated www.stapishcederberg.com Published in the Bay City Times on 12/22/2005.

Source : The Bay City Times, MI, US

Date de parution : 2005-12-22

Date de décès : 2005-12-13

Joanne Lucille Bourgeois, 43, of Bedford, N.H., died Dec. 13, 2005, at Elliot Hospital after a brief illness. Ms. Bourgeois was born in Manchester, Jan. 24, 1962, to Maurice and Irene (Auger) Bourgeois. She attended local schools and graduated from Manchester West High School in 1981. She was employed by the U.S. Postal Service for nearly 20 years, stationed in Tennessee and Portsmouth before being transferred to the Manchester Post Office several years ago. The family includes her parents of Bedford; two sisters, Diane Vincent of Meredith and Debra Ruo of Weare; her paternal grandmother, Yvonne Bourgeois of Bedford; a niece and a nephew. She was a happy, loving person and enjoyed all kinds of sports. She was an avid animal lover. She was predeceased by her only brother, David Bourgeois, in 1996.There are no calling hours. Services are private. Memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society, 360 Route 101, Bedford, NH 03110.Bykowski and Young Funeral Home, Manchester, is handling arrangements.

Source : Cabinet Press Inc, Milford, NH, US