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Christine Moreau Obituary

Christine (Collette) Moreau, 65, of Vernon, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2014, at Hartford Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada, the daughter of the late Eric and Yvonne (Richard) Collette, she grew up in Hartford and lived in Ellington before moving to Vernon in 2001. Prior to her retirement in 2011, Christine was employed by the state of Connecticut as a dental assistant for 20 years. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

She is survived by her beloved children, Maurice Moreau Jr. and his wife, Susan, of Vernon, Michelle Miles and her husband, John, of Vernon, and Mark Moreau and his partner, Gary Kilmer, of Las Vegas, Nevada; four grandchildren, that she adored, Ryan and Chad Moreau, and Gabriel and Joshua Miles, all of Vernon; two sisters, Jeannette and Jacqueline Collette of Vernon; three brothers, Leonide Collette and his wife, Rose-Mae, of New Brunswick, Canada, Joseph Collet of Mount Holly, Vermont, and Paul Collette of Ellington; and numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends.

Her family will receive friends for calling hours on Monday, July 7, 2014 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Ladd-Turkington & Carmon Funeral Home, 551 Talcottville Road (Route 83), Vernon.

Family and friends may gather at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 8, 2014, at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. Bernard Church, 25 St. Bernard Terrace, Rockville. Burial will follow in Valley Falls Cemetery, Vernon.

Memorial donations in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 825 Brook Street, I-91 Tech Ctr., Rocky Hill, CT 06067.

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Published by Journal Inquirer from Jul. 5 to Jul. 9, 2014.

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Kathie Kahoun

July 11, 2014

My prayers and sympathy to all the Collette/Collet Families.

I grew up with her nieces and nephew in East Windsor.

Love and sympathy,

Kathie Kahoun

Anne Williams

July 10, 2014

Moe, I am sadded to hear the passing of your loving mother. You have shared many memories of your mom at work and really put a smile on my face. Always remember the good times and keep her close to your heart. I am offering my sincere condolences to all the Moreau's and Collette family. and k

July 8, 2014

I had the great honor to work along side Chris at Enfield CI for many years she was a wonderful person who I loved dearly. My saddest heartfelt condolences to her loving family. She is at rest now and I will keep her in my daily prayers.

Virginia Turner

July 5, 2014

Chris did not see a division between Dental and Medical...she was a team player who could play on any team. To her daughter and sons; take solace in knowing what a great asset your mother was to her correctional family. She was a special person.

Paul Mischak

July 5, 2014

It was a delight and pleasure to have known and worked with Chris in Corrections. She was a bright spot in the day.

Jane Dowling

July 4, 2014

God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.

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Memorial Events
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Jul

7

Calling hours

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Ladd-Turkington & Carmon Funeral Home

551 Talcottville Rd Route 83, Vernon, CT 06066

Jul

8

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

Ladd-Turkington & Carmon Funeral Home

551 Talcottville Rd Route 83, Vernon, CT 06066

Jul

8

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Bernard Church

25 St. Bernard Terrace, Rockville, CT

Jul

8

Burial

Valley Falls Cemetery

Vernon, CT

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Ladd-Turkington & Carmon Funeral Home

551 Talcottville Rd Route 83, Vernon, CT 06066

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