RIVERVIEW, NB – It is with heavy hearts that the family of Ella Maillet, 84, announce her passing on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at The Salvation Army Lakeview Manor in Riverview. Born in Aldouane, she was the daughter of the late Emile and Marie Anne (Blanchard) Robichaud.

Ella found great joy in the outdoors, whether she was fishing, camping, hunting, or picking blueberries in the fields. She enjoyed playing washer toss, bingo, and cards, but her greatest pleasure was spending time with family and friends. Ella’s love for her family was at the heart of everything she did, and the memories she created with them will be cherished forever. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.

Ella leaves to mourn her daughter, Carolle Lapointe of Lower Coverdale; her sons, Marcel Lapointe of Aldouane, Tony Lapointe (Crystal) of Moncton and Joe Lapointe (Yvette) of Moncton; her brother, Joe Robichaud (Annie); seven beloved grandchildren, Shawn, Joey, Charles, Niko, Jean-Claude, Josette and Jolette; thirteen great-grandchildren; nieces Tammy and Anna; nephew Jean Pierre; as well as her extended family, many cousins and friends.

Along with her parents, Ella was predeceased by her first husband, and the father of her children, Marcel Lapointe; as well as her second husband, Hector Maillet, and infant brother, Roger.

A Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 10:30 AM at the St. Louis-de-Gonzague Roman Catholic Church in Richibucto.

Arrangements are in the professional care of Thompson’s Funeral Home in Richibucto, NB (506-523-4252).