With sadness, the family of Mary Therese Moreau announce her passing Tuesday, February 13, 2018. Mary was in her 96th year of a full and rewarding family life. Fortunately, Mary’s children were able to be at her side through her last few days. Her death was calm, peaceful and without discomfort. Mary will be remembered by her family of eleven children, Mary-Lu, Yvonne (Paul), Jerry (Susan), Jeannine (Frank), Dan (Mary), Joe (Lynn), Jack, Suzanne (Todd), Lise (Kevin), Phil (Michaela) and Paul, her numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, a great-great grandchild, her extended family and friends. She is survived by her sister Yvonne, predeceased by her husband Dr. Joe Moreau, her four siblings Elodie, Henry, Doc, and Teddy, and her daughter-in-law Sandy.
Mary was born on a farm near Alvena, Saskatchewan in 1922; however, she grew up on a farm in Eldersley, Saskatchewan. After one year of nursing school at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Victoria, BC, she left to marry her sweetheart Joe upon his return from World War II. They eventually settled in Victoria where she lived for almost sixty-five years. Mary’s life was focused on her family and faith. She was a member, as well as for a time, president, of the Catholic Women’s League, managed the sale of religious articles at St. Patrick’s Church and was involved in many other parish activities.
Prayers will be offered on Friday, February 16th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive. Funeral Mass will be celebrated by Mary’s son Father Paul on Saturday, February 17th at 12 Noon in St. Patrick’s Parish, 2060 Haultain Street with interment to follow at Royal Oak Burial Park.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Lee Cullom
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Diane Clements Jeannine and Frank
Thinking of you at this time of loss. What a wonderful full life your Mom had and an amazing number of children! Jeannine you have her smile and Im sure her spirit lives on in your heart!Diane and Gerrit Clements
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John Morrissey I met Mary at Craigdarroch Care Home. She was a loving lady, bright, full of fun, good sense of humour, loved to play cards. Most of all, she was a prayerful woman who showed and shared her faith, prayed for the staff and many others. Her daily devotions were part of her routine which staff learned were important times for her. She spoke of her family often with love, concern and pride. She would share the successes of her children and grandchildren with the staff. I remember her love and, of course, her hearty laugh and smiling eyes. Great lady. Glad I had the privilege of meeting her.
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Charlie Schellinck I have so many fond memories of spending time at Auntie Mary’s as a child; what a busy household she had! Sorry to hear of her passing but glad she was with family in the end and that she left us peacefully.
Jennifer & I are very sorry for your loss.
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karmen mckay Thoughts and condolences to the family….what a wonder woman with such a full and loving life and family.
Karmen Mckay and family…nee Nagel
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Carolyn Stiff My heart goes out to all of you. My deepest sympathy.
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Christy Wynn Father Paul, you are in our hearts and prayers. What a beautiful testimony to the life of a faith filled mother. I never had the blessing of meeting your mom, but know what a fabulous mom she must have been, just by knowing you. May the memories of her love comfort you here on earth until you will be reunited for eternity. Christy and Rob
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The Zacek Family Our deepest sympathies for your loss. You are in our thoughts and hearts at this time.
Fred, Betty, Lori, Linda and Wendy Zacek
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Anna reeves My condolences Jerry and Sue. My prayers are with you and all your family at this time. Anna
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Hal MacNaughten To the Moreau family. I was so sorry to learn of Mary,s death. She was a wonderful person who,s personality is reflected in the family she raised. My condolences to all of you.
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Karen Roberts Fr Paul, I am so sorry for your loss. Thanks to God, she went peacefully to a better place. My heart goes out to you and your family. I will pray for you and yours. God bless you.
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John and Sandy McKay Our Rosary tonight will be for her soul, and in gratitude, Fr Paul. She gave all of us the great gift of her son
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Rena O'Hara Sorry to hear of the passing of my longtime friend from St Patricks Church. Condolences to the family.
Rena O’Hara
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Jamie Oreffice Fr. Paul, Our deepest sympathy at the loss of your beloved mother. Her life is a testament of faith, one we can only hope to emulate as mothers. I’m sure all the angels in heaven accompanied her into the arms of Jesus. Please count on our prayers for you and your family.
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June Compton Fr. Paul, i am so sorry for your loss but i know that your Mother is already enjoying her reward in heaven. Prayers continue for your family in this sad time.
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Ted McRae We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May the fond memories of her comfort all your family and friends.
Sincerely,
Ted and Anne McRae and family
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Rebecca & Tom Our hearts are with you… ❣️
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Carolyn Duclos Fr. Paul, you and your family are in our prayers. What a wonderfl mother you had, and this must be a comfort to you. She will be greatly missed.
Jack and Carolyn Duclos, Athens, GA
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JACK AND ANN IRWIN Father Paul your mother will definitely be remembered in our daily prayers as well as your beautiful family. May she rest in peace. She was so blessed to have you with her in the end. That must have given her much consolation. Sending much love from Jack and Ann.
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Virginia Crowson Our deepest condolences to you and your family Yvonne. You are in our thoughts.
Virginia and Michael.
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Bill Everden Yvonne, sorry to hear about your mom. Reading her obituary she had a life well lived. Sincerely June and Bill Everden
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Pamela Landeche Father Paul,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your mother. May she be granted eternal rest. All remain in my prayers.
Pamela Landeche, St. Joseph, Athens, GA
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Robin Nyaberi Fr. Paul and family I know that you all will miss her very much. My prayers and love are with your family at this time.
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Ellyn Berg Father, I’ am so sorry for your loss. Your Mother had a beautiful soul and how blessed you & your family were to have such an inspirational person in your life!! And, you got to call her Mother❤️ Prayers to you and your family
Fr. Paul, I’m so sorry for your loss. The Culloms will you keep you, your Mom and family in our prayers.