Mary Chennette

Mary Chennette

Mary Chennette Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 19, 2011.
CHENNETTE, Mary (nee McIlhenney) After a courageous battle against cancer, Sunday July 17, 2011 at the age of 67 years. Beloved wife of James "Jim" Chennette. Loving mother of Laurie (Ron Hipson), Debbie (Charles Desforges), Kathleen (Pierre Charron) and James (Nicole). Devoted grandmother of Amanda, Emilie, Nicholas, Isabelle and Stephanie. Dear sister of Diane (John VanZeeland), Lillian (Gerry Blondin), Rose-Anne McIlhenney, Joanne (Mike Pacey), Joseph (Annmarie), Pat (Rick DeBennetti), Ottley (Don Lacelle) and Cecilia (Dan Valiquette). She will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends from Wolfe Island. Family and friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 2370 St-Joseph Blvd., Orleans, Thursday July 21, 2011 from 2 to 4 p.m. followed by a Service in Memory of Mary in the Chapel at 4 p.m. In memoriam donations to the Multiple Myeloma Foundation would be appreciated.

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July 22, 2011

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Faye Linseman

July 22, 2011

I really liked your mom...a little bit of a big sister, a little bit of a mom, even at work. She's at peace and making room for all of you up there.
Sincerest thoughts....Faye Linseman

Nicole Guindon

July 22, 2011

Laurie,

My sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful person.

Judy Janes

July 22, 2011

Laurie

My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Sue Phelps

July 21, 2011

Laurie & Ron,
My thoughts and deepest condolences are with you at this sad time.

Luella Lamb

July 21, 2011

My heartfelt sympathy to the entire family. I worked with and for Mary many years. Her smile could light up a room.

paulette chennette

July 21, 2011

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

July 21, 2011

Laurie and family
You have our sincere condolences at this sad time.

Mim Bordofsky & Mike Martens

Kathryn Tremblay

July 21, 2011

Dear Kathy and Pierre,
Your mom was so welcoming to me over so many years at your cottage and in your home. I have so many memories of her laughter. Toni and I are thinking of all of you, in particular the 4 of you and her wonderful sisters. I can't imagine how much Mary will be missed. Love to all of you.

Rob Kanasy

July 20, 2011

Laurie and Ron,

My thoughts are with you.
Take care of yourselves.

Jack Pearson

July 20, 2011

Laurie,
I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences.

July 20, 2011

Laurie,

Sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a true lady.

Anne and Ron Duess

Patrick & Lianne Smyth

July 20, 2011

Dear Laurie, Ron and family

We are heartfully sorry for your loss. May the beautiful memories you have comfort your hearts and bring you peace.

Lori Savignac Larry Savage

July 20, 2011

Dear Laurie and family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

July 20, 2011

Dear Laurie,

I am truly sorry for the loss of your mother, what a beautiful lady...our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Louise and Winston Spratt
Manotick

July 20, 2011

Dear Pat, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you celebrate your sister's life.

Marilyn Gallant, Ottawa

Kelly Hajdu

July 20, 2011

Laurie and family,

My sincere condolences on your loss. May your memories bring you comfort in the days and weeks ahead.

Sue Wormington

July 19, 2011

To Mary's family ...
I am so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. I knew Mary from work a number of years ago -- she was a wonderful person. My sincere condolences on your loss.

Gail Barker

July 19, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss.

July 19, 2011

Our thoughts are with you. Dave and Sonia Tomlinson

Jean Drew

July 19, 2011

Laurie, I'm so sad to hear about your Mom. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed in your family and by her many friends. Love you.
Jean and Berdie

Kim Saikali

July 19, 2011

Laurie,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Diane Demers

July 19, 2011

Laurie and family, sincere condolences, your Mom was our neighbour across the street on Major Road.

Diane, Guy and Ida Demers

July 19, 2011

James, Nicole, and Stephanie

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

The Lacombe Family

Wolf & Lise Moll

July 19, 2011

Jim and family,
Sorry for your lost. Our deepest sympathy.
Love Lise & Wolf Moll

Laurinda Ala

July 19, 2011

Laurie,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a lovely and kind person. My sincere condolences.

Mary Neal

July 19, 2011

Laurie, I can't say how sad I was to hear about your Mom. She was a wonderful person and I can't imagine the depth of your loss. My condolences to you and your family

Theresa Stevenson

July 19, 2011

Laurie,

I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom. Thinking of you and your family. Take care.

Clément Bouchard

July 19, 2011

Laurie,

My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Gail McKinnon

July 19, 2011

Laurie and family,
Thinking of you in this time of incredible sadness.

Gisele Chretien

July 19, 2011

Deborah,

Very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.

Claude Charron

July 19, 2011

Laurie and family,

my deepest sympathy. I have fond memories of Mary. My thoughts are with you.

Claude Charron

Sue Cooke

July 19, 2011

Laurie and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please take care.

lyn watson

July 19, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Morley & Carolyn Cashman

July 19, 2011

Joe, Annmarie and Family
It is with sadness and regret that I read of the passing of your sister Mary.
You have our deepest sympathy and condolences during this time of your sadness. May God Bless.

July 19, 2011

I will miss you my dear,dear friend ...love Marg

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