MARIE CHANEL (LAPORTE)

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MARIE CHANEL (nee LAPORTE) Peacefully at the Lorne Memorial Hospital in Swan Lake, Manitoba on Tuesday, October 30, 2007, Mrs. Marie Chanel of Somerset, Manitoba passed away at the age of 87 years. She leaves to mourn her passing one son Roger (Jean) of Somerset; one daughter Lucille (George) Tough of Winnipeg; four grandchildren: Connie Chanel (Jan Chalmers), Dale Chanel (Rosanne), Chris Tough and Craig Tough (Susan); four great-grandchildren: Ian and Scott Chalmers and Tom and Jessica Chanel. She is also survived by one sister Germaine Roy; one brother Chris Laporte (Lorraine); four sisters-in-law: Julie Mabon (Andre), Alixe Bosc, Rolande Bazin (Albert) and Beatrice Chanel; two brothers-in-law: Guy Chanel (Rolande) and Albert Ronceray; and numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Joseph; her parents Louis and Germaine Laporte; three sisters: Yvonne Rouire, Suzanne Augert and by one infant sister Odette. Marie was born December 8, 1919 at Somerset, Manitoba to Louis and Germaine Laporte. She, along with her siblings, helped her parents at the Somerset Bakery. She then worked in Starbuck and the St. Boniface Hospital. On October 18, 1939, she married Jos Chanel in Notre Dame de Lourdes. Together they raised Roger and Lucille on the farm until moving to Somerset, operating the International Harvester dealership. Her husband Joseph passed away in 1984, and in 1994 she moved to the Somerset Manor. She enjoyed curling, singing, petit point, knitting, such as socks, mitts, sweaters for family and friends. She also loved to bake, especially french pastry and sucre à la creme. She was meticulous with her home and garden. She had beautiful flower gardens, both at home and at the Somerset Manor. Roses were her favourite flower. Mom's faith was very strong and she loved to sing with her beautiful voice in the Parish Choir. She enjoyed visits from friends and family old and new. She cherished her visits from her grandchildren and always had treats hiding in her pantry. The past year brought new challenges for her but she kept a bright smile throughout. Only very recently, she was no longer able to stay at home. With respect for her wishes, cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Notre-Dame de La Nativité Catholic Church in Somerset, Manitoba on Saturday, November 3, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. with Father Gabriel Levesque officiating. Interment to follow in the Parish Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Lorne Memorial Health Foundation for Palliative Care, Box 40, Swan Lake, MB R0G 2S0, or to South Central Cancer Resource, 160 Stephen Street, Morden, MB R6 M 1T3. The family would like to thank Ina from Palliative Care for her gentle touch. Also to Dr. Bruneau and the wonderful staff at the Lorne Memorial Hospital. A special thank you to Connie, her granddaughter, who was always there for Mémère, and took such good care of her until the very end. Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements. Phone 248-2201 or 1-888-400-2326. www.afh.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 01, 2007