BERTHE ALMA DELVEAUX (HOUDE)

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BERTHE ALMA DELVEAUX (nee HOUDE) Born October 13, 1911, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 31, 2004 at the Ste. Rose General Hospital in Ste. Rose du Lac, MB. Berthe was predeceased by her husband Rene; her parents, Josephat and Eva Houde; her brothers, Larry and Adelard; two grandchildren both in infancy and many brothers and sisters-in-law. She is survived by her four sons, Paul (Lillian) of Winnipeg, Danny (Janet) of Ste. Rose, Roger (Carol) of Edmonton and Gilles (Lorraine) of Winnipeg; ten grandchildren, Blair (Debbie), Brent (Vicky), Melody (Scott), Kendra, Danielle, Michelle (Jeff), Craig (Leanne), Carey (David), DeAnna and Ian; seven great-grandchildren; her two sisters, Annette and Antoinette; her sisters-in-law, Therese Guillas and Simone Delveaux and many other relatives. Berthe was born in Ste. Rose, where she lived all her life. On February 25, 1936 she married Rene Delveaux and together they raised their family and operated a grocery store business until Renes death in 1976. She was a very active member of her community and her church. Her gift of piano playing is one that has been appreciated not only in her church but also at many family gatherings and community functions. Berthe was a woman of profound religious faith. Her belief in God was central to her and sustained her. She was actively involved in volunteer efforts and community service. She will always be remembered for her warm hospitality, her positive outlook, and her love of God, whom she saw and praised in every beautiful sunrise and sunset. She always had a kind word to say about everybody. Even at the age of 92 years, she managed to keep abreast of what was going on in town and in the news. She attended every social activity, concert and community event that was taking place. She was an active pro-lifer and health auxiliary member. The family wishes to extend sincere thanks to Dr. OHagan, Dr. Gudmundson, Dr. Nell, and all the nursing and palliative care staff who helped to make moms last days as comfortable as possible. Friends who so desire may make donations to Ste. Rose General Hospital - Palliative Care Unit or to charities of their choice. Prayers will be held on Thursday, February 5 at 7:00 p.m. at Ste. Rose de Lima Church. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Friday, February 6 at 1:00 p.m. at Ste. Rose de Lima Catholic Church with Father Paul Tinguely officiating. Ste. Rose Memorial Chapel in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 04, 2004