The family announces with great sorrow her passing on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late Léopold Racine. Loving mother of Hubert (Françoise), Robert (Laurie), Carmen (Jean-Marc Ethier), Michel (Sylvie Boucher predeceased), Paula, Monique (Tom Wolf) and Shirley (Glynn O’Reilly). Predeceased by her parents Moïse and Lucia (née Pagé) Benoit. Treasured sister of Annette (Albert Bissonnette) both predeceased, Simone (Léo Richer) both predeceased, Estelle (Hubert Landry) both predeceased, Oscar (Denise) both predeceased, Madeleine (Reynald Doré) both predeceased, Jean-Paul (Louise), Aurel (Lucille), Gérald (Thérèse) and Marcel (Noëlla). Loving grandmother to Robert, Luc, Justin, Mathieu, Danielle, Chantal, Julie, Marc, Joël, Stéfan, Anik, Kim, Riley, Bailey, Eric, Sean, Hannah, Molly and 19 great-grandchildren. Dearly missed by many in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. After retiring from operating Hillcrest Lodge for 25 years in 1985, she spent her winters actively in Texas with numerous friends. She loved music and to dance. Her quilts are treasured by all. A mass will be celebrated on Friday, October 14, 2016 at 11:30am at Ste-Marguerite d’Youville Church, 4290 Hwy 69N, Val Thérèse, followed by a celebration of her life. In lieu of flowers, donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Alzheimer's Society would be appreciated.
C’est avec une grande tristesse que la famille de Cécile Racine vous fait part de son décès survenu le 11 octobre 2016 à l’âge de 90 ans. Épouse de feu Léopold Racine et mère bien-aimée de Hubert (Françoise), Robert (Laurie), Carmen (Jean-Marc Ethier), Michel (feue Sylvie Boucher), Paula, Monique (Tom Wolf), Shirley (Glynn O’Reilly). Prédécédée par ses parents Moise Benoit et Lucia (née Pagé). Prédécédée par ses sœurs et frères : Annette (Albert Bissonnette), Simone (Léo Richer), Estelle (Hubert Landry), Oscar (Denise), Madeleine (Reynald Doré). Elle laisse dans le deuil ses frères Jean-Paul (Louise), Aurel (Lucille), Gérald (Thérèse) et Marcel (Noëlla). Grand-maman aimante de Robert, Luc, Justin, Mathieu, Danielle, Chantal, Julie, Marc, Joël, Stéfan, Anik, Kim, Riley, Bailey, Eric, Sean, Hannah, Molly et 19 arrières petits-enfants. Elle laisse en deuil plusieurs beau-frères, belle-sœurs, nièces, neveux, amies et amis. Après avoir dirigé Hillcrest Lodge pendant 25 ans, elle prit sa retraite et passait ses hivers au Texas étant très active et entourée de plusieurs amies et amis. Elle aimait la musique et à danser. Ses courtepointes sont appréciées par tous. Un service religieux aura lieu le vendredi 14 octobre 2016 à 11h30 à l’église Ste Marguerite d’Youville, 4290, autoroute 69N, Val Thérèse, Ontario, suivi d’une célébration de sa vie. Au lieu de fleurs, des dons faits à la Fondation des maladies de cœur et de l’AVC ou à la Société Alzheimer seront appréciés.
Our condolences for you & your family. Many fond & great memories will live within our family our your mom. What a great woman & friend! She will not be forgotten.
December 6, 2016
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. May the memories you hold dear keep you comforted and warm at this time. Thinking of you all and sending our love.
October 16, 2016
Our thoughts are with the entire family at this time. It is truly an end of a era. We have so many fond memories that we will cherish in this time of sorrow and remembrance. Such a full life of hard work but a home full of love and laughter. All our love,
Paul & Deb
October 14, 2016
Nos sincères sympathies à vous tous de la famille Racine. On vient de perdre in gros morceau de notre belle famille. Vous êtes dans nos pensées et nos prières. Que le Bon Dieu vous bénissent et vous garde pour toujours.
October 14, 2016
My sincere condolences on the loss of your Mother. May your memories and her quilts keep her close to your hearts.
October 13, 2016
Sympathies profondes aux familles Benoit et Racine. Amitié sincère.
October 13, 2016
Sincères sympathies …
October 13, 2016
We are so sorry to hear the news of your loss. Our sincere condolences to Paula, Bailey, Riley and all of the Racine family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lori and Steve Narasnek
October 13, 2016
Nos sympathies à la toute la famille.
October 13, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the Racine family. Keeping all of you in our thoughts during this difficult time.
October 13, 2016
Nos plus sincères condoléances aux familles Racine et Benoit .Sinceres sympathy to the family Racine and Benoit.Our thoughts are with you all.
Bon courage dans cette épreuve.Vos amis de Limoges .Serge et Lise Filion
October 13, 2016
Sincere sympathy to all the Racine family.Your mom was a very special lady and will be greatly missed.I have many great memories of her as you all do.Again so sorry for your loss.
October 13, 2016
Our sincere condolences to your Family. Our thoughts are with you.
Murray and Barb
October 13, 2016
Our most sincere condolences to the Racine family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
October 12, 2016
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. My most sincere condolences to everyone. It is never easy to lose a parent or grand-parent. My thoughts are with you during these trying times. Bon courage!
October 12, 2016
Thoughts and prayers going out to all the Racine family on the loss of their loving mother.. You have another angel watching over you. Bon courage a tous!
Claire Roy Cyr, Shelley Roy, Laurie Roy
Iroquois Falls.
October 12, 2016