It is with great sadness that the family of Stefania LeBlanc announces her passing on her 58th birthday after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Her attitude was always to "fight hard for what you believe in," and fight she did.
Stefania was an extraordinary daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Family was her world and having everyone over to the house was what she lived for. Throughout her battle, she was able to carry on her mother’s tradition by cooking and hosting delicious family suppers regularly. Never would her pain stop her.
It was easy to create a special bond with Stef. There was always a laugh to be had when she was around. She was selfless and always knew what to say. In her pain, she would march on and be there for anyone needing uplifting, encouragement or just a shoulder to cry on. She was a true friend to the many people she met over the years leaving an immense footprint in so many people’s heart. Her smile will radiate forever.
Stefania was born in Moncton, to Filippo Marini and late Maria (Amarii) Marini. Besides her dad, she leaves behind her high school sweetheart, Robert LeBlanc, her daughter Angela LeBlanc-Cormier (Kevin) and her son Marco LeBlanc (Stéphanie). She also leaves behind her precious grandchildren, Olivia Cormier and Mateo LeBlanc, as well as her beloved grandpuppy Izzy. Being "Nonni" was the best title in the world to her.
She will also be greatly missed by her sister Pia MacLeod (Wade), their children Laura and Samantha; her brother Marcello Marini (Lisa), their children Celia and Julia; her father and mother-in-law Ronald and Bernice LeBlanc; four sisters-in-law, their partners, and their children.
In addition to her immediate family, she also leaves behind many aunts and cousins both in Canada and in Italy.
Throughout Stefania’s 7-year battle, she received exception care from her medical teams, which included but was not limited to: Dr. C. Deveau, Dr. P. Renfrew and Dr. M. Harb. They each went above and beyond to assist and guide her throughout her tenacious fight. Being present for her when in need meant the world to her. Doctors can’t do it alone; we are truly grateful and recognize the exceptionnal care and compassion given by Dr. Deveau’s office staff as well as the nurses in the oncology unit and clinic. Thank you.
Visitations will take place Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at Frenette Funeral Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton from 2 to 4 pm and from 6 to 8 pm ONLY. Due to the pandemic, face coverings are required with social distancing regulations are in effect at the funeral centre.
Mass will be celebrated at Christ-Roi RC Church, 300 Dominion Street, Moncton on Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at 2:30pm. Cremation and burial will take at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to the Dr. Sheldon Rubin Oncology Center or to a charity of personal preference.
Funeral arrangements are in the professional care of Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, Moncton (858-1900).
Words of comfort and donations may be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com