PEPIN, Bernadette (Fortin, Bernadette) December 15th, 2023
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother on Friday December 15th, at the age of 90. Daughter of the late Camille and Ida Bouchard, beloved wife of the late Rock (Fortin) and late Albert (Pepin).
Loving mother of Marlene (Larry), Diane, Gaetan (Karen), Vincent, Carole (late Brian), Marcel (Doris), Micheline (late Alex), Rock (Lisette). Cherished grandmother to 18 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.
Dear sister to Julienne, Rodrique (Julie) pre-deceased by Jeanne D’Arc, Marie-Anne, Julien, Guy, Rita, Léonide, Louis and René.
Throughout her lifetime our mother was a beautiful, vibrant women. She will be remembered for her strength and independence, love for her family and unwavering faith. She cherished her many grandchildren. Her values and morales are reflected in all of us. She enjoyed gardening and truly loved playing cards and was very active in the French community.
We will truly miss the love she selflessly shared. Forever in our hearts ‘’ Notre belle Ma’’.
C’est avec grande tristesse que nous partageons le décès de notre mère. Toute notre vie elle a été là pour nous. Une participante active dans nos aventures, toujours prête à aider.
Elle était forte et indépendante, elle avait un grand amour pour sa famille. Repose toi bien ‘’Ma’’, tu le mérite.
Family and friends are invited to gather at Ste. Bernadette’s Parish, Elliot Lake on Saturday January 20, 2024 from 10:30 am until the time of the memorial mass at 11:00 am. Interment to take place at a later date.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Elliot Lake Funeral Chapel & Cremation Centre (36 Ontario Ave). Online condolences to Bernadette’s family may be made at www.elliotlakefuneralchapel.com