Nadine J. Jaques

NADINE J. JAQUES (DENIE) COLCHESTER - Nadine Jaques, 78, of Colchester, died at home on Sunday surrounded by her beloved family. "Denie" was born in Berlin, N.Y., to Julia and Lewis Fish. Denie was married on Aug. 4, 1949, to Burton 'Bud' Jaques and their marriage lasted 52 years until his passing in February of 2002. She is survived by her six children, Craig Jaques and his wife Denise of Colchester, Denise Mishkit and her husband Tim of Charlotte, Catherine Jaques of Colchester, Brian Jaques and his wife Lisa of Burlington, Darin Jaques and his wife Lisa of Williston, and Galen Jaques and his wife Mary of Essex Junction. She also leaves behind 15 grandchildren, Jerramie Harms, Sarah Leduc, Kurt and Gordon Mishkit, Chad, Laura and Trevor Jaques, Christine and Stephanie Jaques, Sean, Brandon and Sarah Jaques, Jennifer, Molly, and Joshua Jaques; four great-grandchildren, Keishya, Noah, Ally and Ethan. Also two brothers, William Fish and his wife Bonnie, Harry and his wife Eleanor; and several nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind her dear friend, Jim Flood of Burlington; and her beloved dog Molly. Denie loved being surrounded by her family at the numerous family gatherings that took place and enjoyed playing games with everyone; Yahtzee being a favorite. She made many trips to Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and Montreal and loved to play the slot machines there and on the cruise ships during the many trips she took with her family and friends. She also loved playing bingo. Denie worked many years in the Burlington area as a very well liked waitress, her last job being at Bove's restaurant. She had many patrons that enjoyed her services and made a lot of friends over the years while she worked outside the home. Bud and Denie also ran "Jakes Lickin Chicken" at the Champlain Valley Fair for 25 years. A memorial service will be held in North Avenue Alliance Church on Saturday, Feb. 7, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society.