Peacefully at Extendicare Maple View, on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the age of 91.
Beloved wife of the late Jean-Paul. Predeceased by her parents Harvé Gélinas and Florentine Robillard, her siblings Rose-Aimée (Lucien), Isabelle, Diane, Henri (Claudette) and Eddie. Sister of Léo Paul. Sister-in-law of Gerald and Gilles. She will be missed by all her nieces, nephews and many friends.
Rose-Marie was originally from Ramore, a small village near Matheson in Northern Ontario. She has always had an appreciation and an appetite for creativity. This interest stems from early childhood inspirations from nature, and from various experiences throughout her young life.
Throughout the 60's, Rose-Marie experimented with a variety of mediums and styles. From large window paintings at the local senior's home to custom designed greeting cards, clothing design and even 30 years experience in cake design and decoration. Rose-Marie was no stranger to the art world.
Moving on in life, Rose-Marie relocated from Ramore to Timmins, Ontario where she worked as a childcare worker, and then on to the Sault where she resided to this day.
Art, for Rose-Marie, was more than just painting and drawing. Art encompassed a vast range of elements ranging from hairstyling, cake decorating, family caring and local involvement. Rose-Marie was involved in the Algoma Art Society, Le Centre Francophone and the Club de l'age d'or.
"God's creation is so beautiful, and when I paint, I get wrapped up in my work and go into my own creative work to express my thoughts and feelings."
Rose-Marie was greatly inspired and aided by many local artists throughout her time, including Theresa Woodcock and Jeni Bourgois. Rose-Marie felt that painting was only a hobby, but her work clearly exemplified her love and fondness for creation and expression.
To her family and friends she was known for her generosity and kindness.
A memorial service will be held at Paroisse Sainte-Marie-du-Sault (847 Trunk Rd), on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 2 pm. Rev. Robert Mugisha officiating. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorial donation (payable by cheque or online) to the Alzheimer's Society would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. East; 705-759-2522)
We would like to thank the staff at Maple View for their compassion and care towards Rose-Marie.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be offered at www.arthurfuneralhome.com.