Léona Marie Doucet, 78, of Moncton, NB, passed away peacefully after an extended illness at le Faubourg du Mascaret on Thursday, December 8th, 2022, surrounded by her family. Born in Chéticamp, NS, she was the daughter of the late Wilfred and Édith (Romard) Boudreau.
Léona will be sadly missed by her devoted husband of 56 years, Philippe; her three loving children: Danielle (Mike Fletcher) of Woodstock, Louise (Bob Gorham) of Moncton, and Pierre of Fredericton; her beloved grandchildren: Isabelle, Ethan and Caroline; and many close members of her extended family.
Besides her parents, Léona was predeceased by her brother Edgar and her sister Geoffrine.
Léona was a perfect housewife who lovingly raised her three children while still finding time to work part-time from home as a typist for university students in the ‘70s and ‘80s. She later worked as an office administrator in the medical and legal fields, with a work ethic second to none.
She had an infectious sense of humour, an easy smile, contagious laughter, and was honest to a fault. She was a faithful friend who was kind and generous to everyone. An avid golfer (who refused to brag about her four holes in one), an enthusiastic bowler, a keen bridge player, and an excellent knitter, she loved being active.
A fundamentally good person, Léona was a shining example of kindness, generosity, and humility.
Her family offers their deepest gratitude to the many employees of Pavillon Cormier at le Faubourg du Mascaret, who went above and beyond in providing loving care and treating her like family during the last four years of her life.
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 Monday December 12 at 3 pm. Visiting hours are Sunday December 11 from 2 to 4 pm and Monday December 12 from 2 pm until time of funeral. Interment will be in Frenette Columbarium. Donations in Léona’s memory can be made to Parkinson Canada or the charity of the donor’s choice.
Words of comfort and donations may be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com