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Janet Drapeau Obituary
Despite suffering a serious illness at 3 years old that resulted in paralysis in half her body, Janet was blessed with the opportunity to grow up in an extended family where she was expected to strive and thrive in life – and she did just that. Janet was proud to have been a role model for people with disabilities at a time when they were not well accepted in society.
She learned to skate with the Silver Blades Figure Skating Club, took dancing lessons with the Buchta Dancers and completed high school at Mount Saint Vincent Academy. She was involved in Girl Guides as District Commissioner of the Topsail District from 1970-73. After living in Québec for a few years, she returned to Halifax, and worked in a clerical position at the RCMP, H Division until her retirement.
Janet is survived by her brother, Arthur; daughters Suzanne, Michelle & Angelique; grandchildren Tim, Kenzie, Leah, Andrew, Connor and Will; and great-grandchildren Kaitlin, Jacob and Corey.
A memorial service and reception will be held at J.A. Snow's Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Drive, Halifax, at 10:00am on Thursday, August 27, 2015.
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Memories and Condolences
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11 Entries
Angelique drapeau
September 5, 2015
Mary (Ettinger) Wile
August 29, 2015
To Janet's Family: 0n returning from vacation, I learned of Janet's passing. To her family, you had a wonderful mother and wife. During our days taking dancing lessons from Gunter Buchta, we had so much fun and Janet was always there, ignoring her disability and keeping pace with us. We always looked forward to seeing her big smile, her laughter and the great times we had together. God bless her.
Angelique Drapeau
August 28, 2015
May 10th 2015, Mothers Day
Dear Mom,
There are no words i can say that will ever express my respect and love for you.
I miss seeing your beautiful face every day and being able to talk with you, laugh with you, cry with you.
You have inspired me to be strong, no matter what, and take care of myself.
I am forever humbled by your will to survive and stay strong.
Happy Mothers Day
Mama
I love you to bits
xoxoxoxoxoxoxo
your Angelique
Tim Drapeau
August 27, 2015
You will be missed
August 27, 2015
to art hilda and family.we wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you at this time.may you fine comfort in knowing that friends care.mansel and ann eisan
August 26, 2015
Our deepest condolences on the passing of a wonderful Cousin .I remember all the times you came to visit our house and we love you dearly
May you rest in Peace
Love Ralph , Linda Verge ,Rondellda Verge Gaudet
August 26, 2015
Janet always greeted people with a great smile. Her warm personality was captivating. We shared many a chuckle at the Mount and dance class.
She and Art took part in many ballroom dance evenings and competitions. Janet enjoyed these special dress affairs and always looked great. My sincere sympathies to Art, and her children and grandchildren,
Barbara Ettinger, Halifax
Marlene Pizzichemi
August 25, 2015
Although I met you only a few times, your warmth and kindness touched my heart. RIP
Andrew McKerness
August 25, 2015
In loving memory of the greatest, kindest and most compassionate Grandmother I know. I had hoped to pass on these words to you while you were still with us in this mortal plane. 'Fear not the passing of life, for death is not the end, but the beginning of the next life. Go forth, dearest Grandmother, and know that I wish you the best in your next life with all my heart.' To learn of your sudden passing has left me saddened, but I take solace that you may find peace and happiness in the next life.
alisha drapeau
August 24, 2015
In loving memory of the best Grandmother in law, Great Grandmother to our kids and Grandmother to my husband Tim. We love you and miss you very much. You were so sweet and thoughtful. It doesn't seem real that you are gone. We never guessed our visit with you just weeks ago, would be our last.
Love, Tim, Alisha, Katie, Jacob,
and Corey Drapeau.
Angelique Drapeau
August 24, 2015
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