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Frances LACATE Obituary
1912 - 2011
Died peacefully, in her 100th year, at Notre Dame de la Merci, on December 13th. Frances was predeceased by her beloved partners Eric Lacate and Percy White and her son, Robert White. This "Phenomenal Woman" "...my head's not bowed, I don't shout or jump about or have to talk real loud. When you see me passing, it ought to make you proud" and mother will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Barbara (William Boudreau), Margaret (the late Robert Henderson), Lesley- Ann (the late Lloyd Elder), sons, Michael White and Eric Lacate (Linda Bourdon), sister, Grace Sutherland, and nieces and nephews. Frances was blessed with an ever increasing tribe of grandchildren, great and great-great. Her credo, Let me live in my house by the side of the road and be a friend to man, extends beyond her life. Frances chose to leave her body to the McGill Faculty of Medicine. The family will participate in McGill's next memorial service. Friends will be notified of the date. "And when I see thee hang thy head, 'Twill be my turn to watch thy bed, And tears of sweet affection shed - My mother." I'll see you in my dreams.
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January 12, 2012
Eric,
My thoughts and prayers are with you,
Irene Burchell McElroy
Bill Boudreau
January 11, 2012
We will always miss you and as we are all spread over many States and Provinces you will always be remembered in many places. Bill Boudreau, a poor cribbage oponent
Fran and Dad (abt. 2008)
Heather Holdgate
January 2, 2012
Hi Lesley and Matthew,
I was so sad to learn of the passing of your Mom, Frances. I loved her as a mother, in fact, she was the first person I called when Mom passed away. Gordon asked Dad about Fran, as I would have as well, and it was at this time that Dad told us she was gone.
Our sincerest condolences to you and your family. What a woman! What hootspa (sic)! I will miss Fran always.
All of our love,
Horace, Gordon and Heather Holdgate
Barbara Kelly
December 27, 2011
Dear Lesley and Family,
So very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. I have cherished memories of her over the years, times with her, my mom and Gertie. She was a truly remarkable lady with a wonderful outlook on life and a great sense of humour.
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darlene cosgrove
December 26, 2011
i am really sorry for your lost may god bless you darlene
david wright
December 23, 2011
dear lesley and matthew,
my sincere condolences. your mother / grandmother was such a force it was a true pleasure to have known her, and she was so dear and important to andrea. i miss you both and think of you often, hoping you are keeping well. all my love, xoxo
Claudette Lacombe-Beck
December 19, 2011
Lesley-Ann and Eric,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
You will not remember me, I boarded at your mom's when she lived on Delormier and you were little kids. I have nice memories and I worked with Margaret.
I am sorry I didn't keep in touch with your mom nor Margaret.
My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Darlene Parsons
December 19, 2011
Lesley
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Darlene & John Parsons
Beverly McGuire
December 18, 2011
Dear Leslie and family
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother.
I will cherish all the beautiful memories of our times together. She was a great lady, we will miss her.
December 18, 2011
Dear Leslie,
We send our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother.
Barbara (Bell) & Bruce Dawe
Irene Burchell McElroy
December 18, 2011
Eric, I remember your Mom well, a strong woman who took no guff from anyone. To live to be a 100 is amazing. My thoughts are with you and Leslie during this very difficult time. Savour the memories.
June Van Dine
December 18, 2011
Fran was my dearest friend. She was always cheerful, upbeat and generous. She was always there for me when I called. Good memories. I will miss you Fran. Much love to family. June.
Lisa Lacate
December 17, 2011
I'm glad we finally met.. Xo
Robin Miller
December 17, 2011
Nana we will miss you dearly. Keep my dad in line up there.
Robin
December 17, 2011
Dear Leslie and Eric,
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother.
Valerie Rowe
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