Jeanne Y. Curtis

Jeanne Y. (Alarie) Curtis of Worcester, MA passed away peacefully Thursday, February 23, 2012 surrounded by her family.

She was predeceased by her husband Charles E. Curtis who died on March 12, 1995.

Jeanne graduated from Holy Name High School in Worcester, attended Worcester Business School of Science, and an Associate Degree of Nursing was conferred upon her by Quinsigamond Community College.

She is survived by her children, Arthur J. Remillard III and his wife Debra of Northborough, Robert P. Remillard and his wife Deborah of Croydon, NH, Renee A. Granger and her husband Lawrence of Newtown Square, PA, Danielle A. Haxton and her husband Michael of Warwick, RI, and Regan P. Remillard of Boston; a stepdaughter, Marcia S. Curtis and her partner Asheley Griffith of Sunderland, a brother, Paul Alarie of Eastham, two sisters, Claire Gilbert of New Smyrna Beach, FL and Madeleine Desy of Worcester; 15 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nephews and nieces.

Mrs. Curtis was born in Worcester, daughter of Henry and Annette (Hebert) Alarie. She lived in Worcester for the majority of her life and enjoyed many summers in Kennebunk, ME.

She was an an enthusiastic and generous supporter of many organizations in the Worcester community including the Worcester Art Museum, Assumption College, the Greater Worcester Community Foundation, the United Way of Central Mass., the Nativity School of Worcester, the Joy of Music Program, and the Adopt-A-Student Program.

Jeanne is described by her family and friends as a loyal, compassionate, and supportive person who was a selfless giver of her time, energy, and talents. Her grandchildren, who lovingly referred to her as the "Mayor of Worcester", enjoyed spending time with her out on the town, chatting about the latest city happenings, sharing their latest accomplishments, and some even bravely ventured to teach her about the technological advantages of cell phones and email. She was a wonderful friend, a loving mother and grandmother. She will be greatly missed.

Calling hours are Monday, February 27 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester. The funeral will be Tuesday, February 28 from the funeral home with a Mass at 10 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, 353 Grove St., Worcester. Her final resting place will be at the Notre Dame Cemetery, Worcester.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Jeanne's memory to the Nativity School, 67 Lincoln St., Worcester 01605 or the Adopt-A-Student Program, Diocese of Worcester, 49 Elm St., Worcester 01609.