It is with great sadness that the family of Léa LeBlanc announces her passing at the CHU Dr. Georges-L. Dumont after a short illness, on October 23, 2022, at the age of 78. Born in Shediac, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Adélina Boudreau.

In addition to being devoted to her family and friends, Léa was involved in her community. She was a member of the Boudreau Office Women's Institute and the parish council, among others. After a long career in primary education, Léa always kept busy with her many hobbies including camping, gardening, knitting and puzzles. She was known for her talents as a cook and seamstress.

She is survived by her husband, Léo-Paul; her two daughters: Anne LeBlanc-Landry (Michel) of Shediac and Caroline LeBlanc of Saint John, NB; one sister Stella Vautour (Valery) of Dieppe; two sisters-in-law: Lorraine Auffrey of Dieppe and Claudette Richard of Notre-Dame as well as several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 396 Main Street, Shediac, on Wednesday, October 26 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Thursday, October 27 from 1 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. The funeral will be celebrated at St-Joseph Church, 415 Main Street, Shediac at 3:00 p.m.

At the request of the family, the face covering is suggested to enter the funeral center and the church.

In memory of Léa, a contribution to the Tree of Hope would be appreciated.

Cremation and funeral arrangements are under the direction of Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, Shediac (532-3297).

Words of comfort and online condolences may be forwarded through our website at:  www.frenettefuneralhome.com