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SYLVIA MARIE HOUDE (HAMELIN)
Born: Aug 10, 1915
Date of Passing: Jan 14, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemorySYLVIA MARIE HOUDE (nee HAMELIN) Born on the family farm near Ste. Rose du Lac, Manitoba on August 10, 1915. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Mother on January 14, 2014 at Foyer Valade at the age of 98 years. Predeceased in 1983 by her husband Narcisse, of 49 years, and son-in-law Ernest, Sylvia leaves to cherish her memory, her children: Lucien "Lou" (Angeline), Claudette Letain, Emile (Joan), and Diane Roy of Victoria, BC. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren: Sandra (Craig), Donald (Stephanie), Guy, Nicole (Kevin), Joanne (Stephane), Michel (Anna), Suzanne (Guido), and Christopher. She will be forever remembered by her great-grandchildren Adam (Janelle), Jordan, Chantal, Eric, Justice, Cameron, Cole, Jesse, Jamel, Jamie, Brittany, Jasmin, Karsten, Veronica, Nikolas, and great-great-grandchild Lockhlen. Sylvia always enjoyed family gatherings with grandchildren running around, fiddle music playing on the stereo, and storytelling with the adults sitting at card tables playing 10's. An avid card player, she enjoyed playing 10's and continued playing well into her 90s, teaching the game to her friends as well as to some of the staff at Foyer Valade. The family wishes to thank all the staff at Foyer Valade for their kind, respectful and compassionate care throughout Sylvia's stay. To honour Sylvia's wishes, cremation has taken place, a Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Coutu Funeral Home, 680 Archibald Street, Winnipeg, MB. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made in Sylvia's name to the Alzheimer's Society or a charity of their choice. The Coutu family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 23, 2014
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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To my dear gracious memere. She was always smiling, tapping her foot to the music or winning hands at tens. I will miss her "hello Cherie" with her two hands squishing my face together. I only have fond wonderful memories of this special lady. Never heard her raise her voice except when you shocked her with a sneaky play at cards. Then she'd say "oh noooooo!" I hope you are at peace with pepere and my dad. We know you are smiling down upon us. I will have a beer in your honour and teach my children that great game of tens in honour of their great-grandmother and my sweet memere. Nous vous aimons beaucoup. Joanne, Stephane, Veronika and Nikolas xxxxx - Posted by: Joanne Bilodeau (Grand-daughter) on: Jan 25, 2014
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We are sorry to learn about the passing of your mother/mother-in-law, Lou and Angie. May the many wonderful memories help you through this sorrowful time. With sincere sympathy, John and Lorraine. - Posted by: John and Lorraine Kozera (Friends) on: Jan 24, 2014
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Lou and Angie - Our deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved mother. Cherish the memories you have of her. May she rest in peace. - Posted by: Nester and Marie Wowryk (Friends) on: Jan 23, 2014