With heavy hearts, the family of Leatrice (Lee) Patricia LeBlanc, announce her peaceful passing, on March 4, 2022, at Briarlea Special Care Home, Moncton.
Leatrice was born in Moncton, the third child of the late Camille and Amanda (Leger) LeBlanc.
Although the family tragically lost her father in a train crash when Leatrice was only four years of age, Leatrice often spoke of the fortitude of her mother, in obtaining work to support and care for her family. Leatrice, with Paul, then paid it forward by caring for own her mother, her mother-in-law and other family members for many years.
Leatrice married Paul G. LeBlanc, "my Paul", in 1954. They remained dance partners, dedicated parents and a formidable and adventurous team until his passing in 2016.
She is survived by her favourite kid brother, Lawrence (Pitou) and his wife, Elsie, and their family, Ontario; her sons: Maurice, Montreal, Denis and his wife Donna, Moncton and her adored grandchildren, Andre and his partner Danie, Fredericton and Anna Lee and her partner Tim, Fredericton. In 2014, Leatrice’s life became even more full with the arrival of her great grandson, sweet Kaleb, whose visits and escapades kept her laughing for days.
Leatrice is also survived by her special goddaughter and niece, Karen (Al) Evans, Halifax, and many other nieces and nephews, who will all treasure the fun memories with their feisty "Ma tante".
Leatrice was blessed by many friendships spanning 75+ years. Her family was lucky enough to be included in these bonds and continue to be amazed at her ability to maintain these many relationships with frequent phone calls, letters and visits.
Besides her parents and her husband, Leatrice was predeceased by her older brother, Paul and his late wife, Stella, one of her many partners in adventures; her beloved older sister, Camilla (late Donald) Charlton; her son Pierre (2020), who she called daily until his passing, and numerous in-laws, cousins and close friends, who always received regular cards and letters from Leatrice on all life’s occasions.
Her family would like to thank the dedicated staff at the Briarlea "off Gorge". She immediately felt at home upon arriving, and received excellent care until her final days.
The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton (858-1900) where the funeral service will be celebrated on Friday, April 22 at 3 pm. Visiting hours are Friday from 2 pm until the time of funeral service. Face covering is mandatory. Interment will be at Shediac Road Cemetery in Moncton, at a later date.
In memory of Leatrice, a contribution to the Friends of the Moncton Hospital Foundation, the CHU Dumont Foundation or a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated.
Words of comfort and donations may be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com