JANE GAUTHIER

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JANE GAUTHIER Jane Gauthier, aged 98, passed away peacefully at West Park Manor Nursing Home on April 10, 2004. Survived by sons, Donald (Donna), Leonard (Kay) and daughters, Mary Jane (Bruce) and Catherine (Doug) grandchildren, Indira, Tanya, Christopher, Carl, Selwyn and Lionel; and great-grandson Nathan; and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband George Gauthier; brothers, Hubert, Leo, Louis and Teddy; and sisters, Clara, Mary and Ina. Born in Zaltbommel, Holland, Jane came to Canada at an early age with her family who settled on a homestead in Fisher Branch. After her marriage to George Gauthier in 1943, they remained on the family farm where they raised four children. Jane is remembered for creating a happy home filled with music, love, laughter and good food. She was totally devoted to her family, nieces and nephews. Her grandchildren enjoyed many board games with her and can testify to her mischievous and fun-loving spirit. Through the many hardships in her life, she was sustained by a steadfast faith, remained courageous and never lost her spirit of optimism. She was a lover of nature, a caregiver to animals and a gardener who took pride in her strawberries. Her life was marked by a gentleness, an inner peace, a forgiving, joyful spirit and an understanding heart. The family wishes to thank the many friends and relatives who kept in touch, along with the staff at West Park Manor for their exceptional care of Jane and support for the family during her final days. A funeral mass will be held at the Roman Catholic Immaculate Conception Church in Fisher Branch at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, April 15. Prayers will be held at the church on Wednesday, April 14 at 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Missionary Oblate Sisters, 601 Rue Aulneau, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2V5, or a charity of your choice.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 14, 2004