RICHIBUCTO, NB - It is with a heavy heart that the family of Marie LaRocque announce her passing after a courageous battle with cancer always keeping her sense of humor and faith by her side. Surrounded by her loving family she left this world to join our Lord and Saviour on February 19, 2013 at the age of 71. Born in St. Ignace, she was the daughter of late Medor and late Judith (Robichaud) Henrie.
Marie loved her family and friends dearly, always making them laugh with a joke or a good story. She enjoyed playing Bingo, cards and chatting with others making sure you were comfortable and content. Before retiring she worked as a caregiver and continued to care for everyone around her.
Marie will be sadly missed by her four daughters; Mary Jane LaRocque (Ovila) of Richibucto, Brenda Maillet (Leo) of Saint Norbert, Therese LaRocque (Michael) of Charlottetown, PEI, Yvonne LeBlanc (Vincent) of Saint Louis, one son; Gary LaRocque (Micheline) of Saint Louis, seven grandchildren; Brandon, Jake, Jesse, Ashley, Renelle, Annick and Mylene.
Marie is also survived by five sisters; Mabel Rasche (Leonard) of Saint John, Jeannine Poirier (Gerard) of Saint Louis, Exilda Doiron (late Omer) of Saint Louis, Roseanna Belliveau (Aurele) of Saint Paul, Alma Henrie (Alphee LeBlanc) of Grand Bai, Quebec, three brothers; Eric (Judy) of Saint John, Edward (Josie) of Colorado, François (Cynthia) of Saint Ignace, several nieces, nephews and two special friends; Alma Richard and Julianne Vautour and also her many friends at Les Residences Richibucto.
Marie was predeceased by her parents, her husband; Daniel LaRocque, two sisters; Alice Henrie, Marguerite Henrie and one infant brother; Antoine.
Resting at Thompson Funeral Home, Richibucto with visitation on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm, Friday noon until time of funeral. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, February 22, 2013 at 3:00 pm, St. Louis de Gonzague Roman Catholic Church, Richibucto. Donations in Marie's memory may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. A very special thanks to Father Mercier and Father Jean-Bernard for the regular visits to share in Mom's faith. To Dr. Michelle LeBlanc and all the staff at Stella-Maris-de-Kent Hospital and Extra Mural Staff, words cannot describe the help and joy you brought to our Mom.