EUDORE (BIT) LACASSE

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EUDORE (BIT) LACASSE 1918 - 2004 Peacefully, surrounded by his children, Eudore passed away on Monday, March 22, 2004 at the Centre Medico-Social in St. Pierre-Jolys, MB. Eudore is survived by his children, Rose-Marie (Larry Steinke), Guy (Frances), Norbert (Rita), Claire, Rene (Helene), Normand (Beverly), Colette (Tim McMahon), Lucien and Jacques (Sandra) 20 grandchildren, Caroline (Toby), Jason, Laurel (Don), Aaron, Joelle, Marie, David, Lucille, Brent, Keith, Lynne (Maurice), Damien, Darrel, Robert, Matthew, Alexandra, Kendra, Karl, Tyler and Shae-Lynn; four great-grandchildren, Nikki, Tyler, Daniel and Colin. He was predeceased by one son Lucien Jeannot who died shortly after birth, one granddaughter Shawnae, his parents, two sisters and three brothers. He was the last surviving child of Napoleon and Virginie Lacasse. In 1942, he wed Agathe Levesque and together, they continued the farming operations alongside his parents. He prided himself on running an efficient and productive farm, always making sure that the yard and all farm equipment were kept in excellent condition. He passed on this pride to his sons who worked alongside him. Eudore was quick to show them how to service trucks and autos as well as any farm equipment. Eudore later sold his land, all but the farm yard which he loved so much. He shared his time between the farm and his residence in Winnipeg, always preferring the farm life. He loved to listen to his old-time music and show off his dance steps whenever he had the opportunity. He enjoyed reminiscing about his younger days, always adding a good dose of humour. Funeral services will be held at the St. Viateur Roman Catholic Church in Otterburne, MB on Saturday, March 27 at 10:30 a.m. Viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place in the Otterburne Parish Cemetery following the mass. The family expresses heartfelt thanks to the staff of the Chalet Malouin for their care and patience and also to the staff of the St. Pierre Centre Medico-Social for their loving attention to Eudore during his three month stay. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Eudores memory to the Centre Medico-Social Foundation, St. Pierre-Jolys, MB R0A 1V0. LECLAIRE BROTHERS in care of arrangements. 775-2220

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 25, 2004