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Peters Turcotte, Thérèse
1928 – 2016
It is with sadness that the family announces the passing of Mrs. Peters Turcotte at the Coaticook Hospital on December 5th 2016, at the age of 88. Long-time companion to the late Roland Cormier and daughter of the late John Peters and the late Tekla Giran.
Visitation will be held at the Cass funeral Home, 545, Dufferin, Stanstead, on Saturday December 17, 2016 from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. followed by a celebration of life. Interment at a later date.
She leaves to mourn her daughters Joanne and Ginette (Marcel Faucher). She was predeceased by her daughter Theresa. She will sadly be missed by her grandchildren: Jason (Misty) and Eric (Marilyn) Poitras, Ghislain and Jeremy (Annie) Noël, Daniel (Julie) and Brigitte Faucher as well as her 10 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She also leaves many nephews, nieces, other family members and friends.
The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to Josée Lévesque, social worker at the CLSC Coaticook, for the wonderful care and devotion given to Mrs. Peters and her caregivers.
Donations to the Coaticook hospital Foundation, C.P. 293, Coaticook, QC, J1A 2T7, or to the Eastern Townships Alzheimer Ass., 740, Galt West, suite 112, Sherbrooke, QC, J1H 1Z3, would be appreciated by the family.
Kydd, Wayne
Passed away at the CHUS Fleurimont, with his family by his side, on Sunday June 10th 2012, Mr. Wayne Kydd at the age of 72. Loving husband of 50 years to Lucienne St-Cyr, and beloved dad of Sandra (Francois Couture), Virginia (Marc Mailhot), Tony (Christine Labranche) and Sonia (Denis Jobin). Special grandpa of Steve and Louiska Leblanc, Ghislain and Maxime Mailhot, Tanya, Keven and Nadia Kydd, and Jeremy and Melodie Jobin. Wayne also leaves to mourn, his great granddaughter Allyson Cyr Leblanc, his mother-in-law Noella Collard, and father-in-law Eugene St-Cyr, along with his brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Resting at the Cass Funeral Home, 295 Principale S., Richmond, where friends may visit on Wednesday June 13th from 7 to 9 PM and on Thursday from 1 to 1:45 PM. A funeral service will be held in St-Anne’s Anglican Church on Thursday June 14th at 2:00PM with Rev. Wanda Dillabough officiating. Interment in St-Anne’s Cemetery. Donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family. The family would like to thank the staff of the CHUS Fleurimont for the wonderful care they provided.
Knowles, James Leonard
Passed away with dignity and great courage at the CHUS Fleurimont, following a courageous battle against cancer, on Monday, May 28, 2012 at the age of 87. Loving husband of the late Ora Gunter, dear father of Beverley (Gary Judge), Debra (late Fred Johnston), James (Jocelyn Lancaster) and Timothy. Len also leaves to mourn his 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Len is also survived by his sister-in-law Judy Saffin (Francis) and Dorothy Gunter (late Clifford). Resting at the Cass Funeral home, 295 Principale S., Richmond, QC (819) 826- 2502 www.casshomes.ca where friends may visit on Friday evening, June 1 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday June 2nd at Trenholm United Church, one hour prior to the funeral service which will take place at 11:00.a.m. with Rev. Reginald Jennings officiating. Interment will take place in the Trenholm cemetery following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Trenholm United Church Building Fund, c/o Lillian Blanchette, 36 ave. de Melbourne N, Richmond, QC, JOB 2H0 would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Runions, Harold
Suddenly at the Connaught Rest Home, North Hatley, QC on Friday, May 30, 2008 at the age of 77. Harold Kenneth Runions, beloved husband of the late Edna Arbery and dear father of Sandi, Stephen (Sheila), Ken (Kathy), and Sharron (Randy Macaskill). Harold was the grandfather of Robbin, Jonathon, Emily, Douglas and Derek. He is survived by his 2 sisters Eileen LaForge and Joyce Alderson and was predeceased by his brother William and by his sisters Stella Martin, Mildred McNab and Marjorie McCurdy. Harold also leaves to mourn numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Family and friends are invited to a graveside service at the Elmwood Cemetery on Wed., June 4, 2008 at 2 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St., Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), QC 819-564-1750 https://www.cass.homes.ca. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Connaught Home, 77 Main St, North Hatley, QC, J0B 2C0 would be greatly acknowledge by the Family.
Kelly Doherty, Annie
Annie Doherty (nee Kelly)
Passed away at the Grace Christian Home, on Sunday, February 10, 2013, at the age of 82 years. Wife of Howard Doherty and loving sister of Rose (Réal Roussin), Kathleen (Robert Roussin), Charlotte (Réal Mathieu), John (Joyce) and Donald (Nancy). She was also the sister of the late Mary (Frederick Whitehead). She leaves to mourn her nieces, nephews and dear friends. Resting at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), on Friday, February 15, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm and on Saturday, February 16, 2013 from 1 to 2 pm followed by the funeral service at 2 pm in the funeral home chapel. Interment in the St.Malachie, QC cemetery at a later date. Donations to the Dr. W. J. Klinck Foundation, c/o Massawippi Christian Retirement Homes, 1501 rue Campbell, Sherbrooke, QC J1M 0C1, would be appreciated by the family.
Kerr Dillon, Ruth
Ruth DILLON (nee Kerr) Passed away at the Hotel-Dieu Hospital on January 13, 2013 in her 90th year after a recent illness. Ruth was the beloved wife of Carl Dillon for 72 years predeceased by her brother Howard and her sister Bertha. She leaves to mourn her daughter's Donna (Ray Loveland) and Carolyn (Terry Cairns), her grandchildren Lisa (Pat) Greg (Ann-Marie) Jamie (Pam) Robyn (Rob) and Kelly (Rob) Will be sadly missed by her great grandchildren Daniel, Liam, Jaxon, Rielyn, Ben, Ava, Gillian, Sydney and Riely. Resting at the Cass Funeral Home, 15 Station St. Sawyerville, on Saturday, May 4, 2013 from 1 to 2 pm followed by the funeral service at 2 pm. Rev. Robin Osborne officiating. Interment at Maple Leaf Cemetery. A special thanks to the staff at the Hotel-Dieu Hospital for the excellent care that was given. Donations may be made to the Maple Leaf Cementery, c/o Linda Fisk, 67 Robert Peel, Sherbrooke, Quebec J1M 1X5.
Taylor Scholes, June
Passed away peacefully at the Hotel-Dieu Hospital, Sherbrooke, QC, on Sunday, March 23rd 2008. Beloved wife of the late Royden ¨Roy¨ Scholes, dear mother of Pamela Choquette (Mike Arsenault), Jocelyn Ann Choquette (Pierre ¨Pedro¨ Brosseau), Martha Levesque (Richard Grey) and Peter Choquette (Nora Thompson). Loving grandmother of Andrew Levesque (Veronique), Steven and Ann Brosseau, Lee and Jillian Arsenault. Beloved sister of Greg Taylor. At her request, June will be cremated, no visitation. A private graveside and burial of ashes at a later date. The family wishes to express our sincere appreciation for the loving care she received during her short stays at the CHUS Fleurimont and Bowen. As memorial tributes, donations to the Canadian Cancer Foundation, 3330 King St. West, Sherbrooke, QC J1L 1C9 Office 130. Arrangements entruated to the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St. Sherbrooke, QC, Tel: (819) 564-1750
Towsey, Reidun (Rae) nee Gjelstad
Passed away gracefully at her home on Sunday December 2nd 2007, with her family by her side, Rae Towsey at the age of 65. Loving wife of 44 years to Michael J.P. Towsey, and dear mother of Suzanne (David Stevens) and Michael. Cherished Grandma of Jessica and Jason Stevens and of Francis Towsey. Rae also leaves to mourn; her sister Olga Morrison of Abbotsford BC, her brothers Kenneth Johnson (Maureen) of Victoria BC and Edgar Gjelstad (Louise) of New Zealand, her brother-in-law Arthur Towsey (Suzanne), her step-father Douglas Townsley, her dear friend Elizabeth McNally, along with many special nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Resting at the Cass Funeral Home, 295 Principale S., Richmond, where friends may visit on Tuesday December 4th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9PM. A celebration of Rae’s life will be held in the Richmond-Melbourne United Church on Wednesday December 5th at 2:00PM with Rev. Valerie Kennedy officiating. Interment in the Danville cemetery will take place in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the CLSC Suzor Côté, 100 rue de l'Ermitage, Victoriaville, QC G6P 9N2 or to the Quebec Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Rollins Lafond, Evelyn
Passed away at the C.S.S.S. Memphremagog on Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at the age of 90. Cherished mother of Christina (Delbert) and loving grandmother of Nancy (Danny Leonard) and Troy (Stacey Udell). Evelyn will also be sadly missed by her great-grandchildren Vanessa, Alexis and Michael along with other relatives and many friends. A graveside service will be held in the Ayer’s Cliff cemetery on Tuesday, May 24, 2011, at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Barbara Wintle officiating. As a tribute to her memory, donations made to the Ayer’s Cliff cemetery c/o Michael Drew, 950 Amy, Ayer’s Cliff, QC. JOB 1C0 or a charity of your choice, would be greatly appreciated by the family. The family wishes to thank everyone who has been so kind in helping keep her at home through her illness. Arrangements entrusted to Cass Funeral Home, 900 clough, Ayer’s cliff 819-876-5213/www.csshomes.caa
Rodrigue, Jean
Passed away peacefully at the CHUS Hotel-Dieu, following a courageous 7 year battle with cancer, at the age of 59. Jean leaves to mourn, Nancy Valcourt and his beloved son Jean-Paul, along with many friends. The family would like to extend a very special thanks to Jean's neighbor, M. Robert Johnson, for always giving Jean a helping hand. A sincere thanks to the staff of the CLSC-Cookshire, CHUS Hospital Fleurimont and the CHUS Hotel-Dieu palliative care, in Sherbrooke. Jean fought his battle every step of the way, and he receive excellent care at both hospitals. The family would also like to thank Dr. Helene Payeur for her visits at the house and hospital. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the Cass Funeral Home.
Ruck, Cyril
Passed away peacefully with loving family by his side at the Foyer in Magog on Thursday, April 19, 2011. Beloved husband of Thelma Dingman and cherished father of : Bryan (Joyce), Kathleen (Gilles), Brenda (Bryan)and Mary Ellen (David). Cyril will also be sadly missed by his grandchildren, other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held in the presence of his ashes in June. Cremation was entrusted to Cass Funeral Home, 545 Dufferin, Stanstead, QC. 819-876-5213
Purdy Ball, Gertrude
Peacefully at the Kingston General Hospital, on Sunday, November 21, 2010 at the age of 87 years. Gertrude Pearl Purdy, beloved wife of the late Edward Ball and devoted mother of Carl (Kathi) of Kingston ON, John (Christine) of Brampton ON and Michael (Christine) of Waterville PQ.. Much loved grandmother of Erin, Andrew, Terry and Chelsea. Resting at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville) where friends may call on Wednesday, December 1, 2010 from 7 to 9 pm. A funeral service will be held at the Waterville United Church on Thursday, December 2, 2010 at 2 pm. Rev. Mead Baldwin officiating. Followed by interment in the Greenwood Cemetery Waterville. Donations made to the charity of your choice would be gratefully acknowledged by her family.
Nichols Stevens, Patricia
1921- 2017
Patricia Nichols Stevens peacefully passed away at the Wales Home in Richmond on April 22 2017 at the age of 95. Loving wife of the late Sydney Stevens, she leaves to mourn her children: Sandra (Jim Meyers), Greg (Josée Nadeau), her grandchildren Shelley and Christopher Stevens (Rebecca Younge), Michael and Matthew Meyers and her great grandchildren: Lochlan and Callum Stevens.
The family will welcome friends and relatives on Saturday April 29 at the Trenholm United Church on Rte 243 in Trenholm from 1:30 to 2:30 pm. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm.
The family would also like to extend a sincere thanks to all the staff at the Wales Home (central) for the kindness and care provided.
