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.
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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
My heart goes out to all of you. My deepest sympathy.
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
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. You are in our thoughts and hearts at this time.
Fred, Betty, Lori, Linda and Wendy Zacek
My condolences Jerry and Sue. My prayers are with you and all your family at this time. Anna
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.
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.
Our Rosary tonight will be for her soul, and in gratitude, Fr Paul. She gave all of us the great gift of her son
Sorry to hear of the passing of my longtime friend from St Patricks Church. Condolences to the family.
Rena O’Hara
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.