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JULIA PAQUETTE (VAN DE SPIEGLE)

Date of Passing: Apr 20, 2013

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JULIA PAQUETTE (VAN DE SPIEGLE) Peacefully, at St. Boniface Hospital, on April 20, 2013, Julia Van De Spiegle passed away at the age of 82. Her loving daughter Cynthia and other family members were at her side to bid her farewell into the arms of the Lord. She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Paquette; parents, Albert and Romaine (Spitaels) Van De Spiegle; sister Irma (Leo Almey); twin brother Jules; brother Camille; brothers-in-law Maurice Verniest, Allan Shwaykosky, and Gerald Grift. She leaves to mourn her passing, daughter Cynthia; son Edmond (Debby Janella), grandchildren Linda and Jeremy; sisters Jeanne Verniest; Laura Grift; Emma Shwaykosky (Wally Morand); brothers Vic (Perry); Raymond (Madeline); sister-in-law Ellie Van De Spiegle; also many nieces, nephews and cousins. Julia was born on January 7, 1931 in the Bruxelles, MB area. She moved to Winnipeg at the age of 18, where she lived the rest of her life. She married Arthur Paquette in 1959, and they had 35 years together before Art's passing. Julia was very involved with the Belgium Club as a board member for the last 12 years. She was instrumental with promoting the Centennial Celebrations in 2005 and starting the memorial wall at that time. She enjoyed playing cards, especially Bien, camping and a good party! Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Friday, May 3 at 10:30 a.m. from the St. John Brebeuf Church, 1707 John Brebeuf Place. Father Mark A. Tarrant officiating. Interment at a later date. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Kilcollins Cremation Service in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 27, 2013

Condolences & Memories (7 entries)

  • My condolences to friends and family of Julia. I admired her for her strong, passionate and knowledgeable spirit as well as her determination to stand up for what she believed in. I always enjoyed conversations we shared be they at Folklorama or Belgian Club gatherings or at funerals of mutual acquaintances. She was a very well spoken and polite lady. Julia had a strong faith and she had a deep love and was so very proud of her heritage. As a country girl who moved to the city myself, I always had an at-home feeling when talking with her. I am glad to have had small snippets of time shared with her. God bless you Julia. - Posted by: Christine Kist (Van Cauwenberghe) () on: May 05, 2013

  • Adeline and I, with Julia and others, shared the experience of studying the spirituality of St. John of the Cross, sponsored by the Alpha & Omega Christian community. This community included co-founders Reverend Neil and Gory Parado. Heavenly Father, we pray that Julia has attained Divine union in Heaven as she studied the Dark Night of the Soul with us to attain Divine Union on earth. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ and the power of His blood, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, One God, forever and ever, Amen. - Posted by: Adeline and Leonard Schmidt (Friends and Colleagues) on: May 03, 2013

  • Our condolences to the family. We always enjoyed our chats with Julia across the back fence or in the lane. - Posted by: Grant & Pauline Gilbert (Neighbour) on: May 02, 2013

  • You're forever in our hearts and will be missed greatly. - Posted by: Annelie and Trevor Montsion (niece) on: Apr 29, 2013

  • Julia was a kind and true friend. We got to know her through her family, and enjoyed many camping times and a good party! She will be missed by her family and friends. - Posted by: Gary and Lorraine Lippens (Friend) on: Apr 27, 2013

  • Peace to Julia in joining our Lord and Saviour. I first knew of Julia from my father who greatly admired her helping heart. I knew Julia through church and likewise appreciated her kindness and friendship. Thank you God for such a beautiful gift to us all. - Posted by: Joanne Thibault (friend) on: Apr 27, 2013

  • Sincere condolences to the extended family on the passing of Julia. We keep you in our prayers. - Posted by: Glen and Denise Walleyn () on: Apr 27, 2013

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