Lydia McCaughan, 80, of Shediac, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 25 2026, at The Moncton Hospital. Born in Shediac, she was the daughter of the late Gérard and Jeanne (LeBlanc) Luce.
Lydia enjoyed listening to music, playing shuffleboard and cards, and shopping. Before retiring, she worked as head cashier and head bookkeeper at Dominion store, as well as at Atlantic Wholesale and also as manager at the Tim’s in The Moncton Hospital.
She is survived by her daughters: Debbie (John Hill) of Moncton and Nicole (Stephen MacEachern) of PEI; one sister, Murielle Luce (Andre Langis); four brothers: Robert Luce (Donna), Auguste Luce (Marie-Thérèse), Donald Luce (Jeannette), and Richard Luce (Nathalie Roy); four grandchildren: Scott, Justin, Chantale and Christopher; one great grandchild, Zeke; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents, Lydia was predeceased by one brother, Edgar Luce.
The family would like to thank the staff of the 3400 and the palliative care at The Moncton Hospital for their exceptional care given to Lydia during her stay.
In keeping with Lydia’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. A private celebration of life will be held at her daughter Debbie's home on Saturday May 2nd from 1 pm to 5 pm. Lydia’s final resting place will be in the Frenette Columbarium, Shediac.
In memory of Lydia a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of NB, the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated.
Cremation and funeral arrangements are under the direction of Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 396 Main Street, Shediac (532-3297).
Words of comfort and online condolences may be forwarded through our website at: www.frenettefuneralhome.com