It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Georgette (Lemire) Willett at the Chaleur Regional Hospital on April 17, 2022, at the age of 93. Wife of the late Grant Frank Willett who were married for 68 years.
Born in Ville-Marie QC, she was the daughter of the late Arcade Lemire and Marie Jeanne Duchesne.
Mom is survived by six sons and one daughter: Mathieu (Marie) and Sacha of Sept-Iles QC, Arthur (Nicole Duguay) of Gatineau QC, Gary (Rita), Michael (Deborah), Marc (Sharon) and Allan (Debbie) from Bathurst.
She was very proud of her 11 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Mom was predeceased by her husband and one daughter Suzanne Dechert (Chris).
She was the last surviving member of a family of twelve siblings: 6 brothers and five sisters.
Mom was a talented and skilled seamstress. Her passion in later years was quilting. Those pieces of art will be treasured.
Mom and Dad were avid volunteers with the Herman J. Good, VC Br. 18 of the Royal Canadian Legion, Bathurst.
The family would like to thank Dr. Marc Andre Doucet and the staff a of the palliative care unit of the Bathurst Hospital.
Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday June 14 at 11a.m from Holy Family church, Bathurst.
Donations in memory of Georgette may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Arrangements are in the care of Elhatton’s Funeral Home (www.elhatton.com), Bathurst.