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Rita Laforest Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 20, 2010.

LAFOREST, Rita (nee Renaud) 88 years. Died peacefully on December 17, 2010, at Banwell Gardens. Beloved wife of the late Emmanuel "Timan" (1994). Loving mother of Randy and his wife Judy of Corunna, Susan Quesnel and her husband David of Tecumseh, Mark of Cranbrook, B.C., Scott and Lisa of Kingsville. Dear Meme & Nana to 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Predeceased by 2 brothers and 4 sisters. In kindness, memorial donations made to the Charity of your Choice would be appreciated as your expression of sympathy. By Family Request, there will be no visitation but a Private Memorial Mass will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Marcotte Funeral Home, 12105 Tecumseh Road, Tecumseh, (519-735-2830). The Family invites you to sign the Book of Condolence and share your memories on www.marcottetecumseh.ca .

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December 20, 2010

Eric Pye

Dear Randy, Judy and family. Linda and I join in your sorrow at Rita's passing. Too many years and miles since we talked to you last. Take care. Eric & Linda Pye

December 20, 2010

To all the Laforest's
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Pat and Shelley Dean

December 20, 2010

Don and Shirley Rindlisbacher

Dear Susan,David and family.Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your Mom Susan May God keep you strong at this Time of Sorrow. Aunt Shirley and Uncle Don.

December 20, 2010

Mary Jane Bratt

Dear Randy Judy and Family,

May God hold you in the palm of His hand and give you peace and comfort. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

December 20, 2010

DEAR RANDY, JUDY AND FAMILY; YOU KNOW HOW WE FEEL ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER,AND A BEAUTIFUL PERSON SHE WAS.JUST KNOW THAT WE ARE THINKING OF ALL OF YOU MORE THAN EVER. LOTS OF LOVE TOM AND NORMA

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