Marie-Ange Girouard

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Marie-Ange, on Tuesday December 10, 2002 at l'hôpital Notre Dame at the age of 67 years.

She is survived by her loving husband Laurent of 44 years; daughters Muriel and Lucienne (Rodney), sons Denis (Lorraine) and Mario (Joanne), 11 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, her mother Célindé, brothers Antoine (Germaine), Edgar (Velma), Lucien (Thérèse), Thomas, Clément (Marilyn), sisters Flora (Jean), Rita, Céline (Norbert) and numerous nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

She was predeceased by her father Israël, brother Guy, daughter Aline, son-in-law John and grandson Jeremie.

Marie-Ange was born August 10, 1935 on Sec. 27-5-12, R.M. of Lorne, MB.  Marie-Ange moved to St. Boniface and worked for James Richardson Co.  She then met and married Laurent Girouard and together they farmed and raised a family near Notre Dame de Lourdes, MB.  Her children and grandchildren were her greatest joy.  She loved music, dancing and story telling and found humor in all situations.  She had an incredible ability to show empathy toward others.  Her unshakeable faith was immeasurable.

Marie-Ange worked tireless hours juggling the farm chores, her work at the hospital, motherhood, gardening and being a devoted grandmother.

"God looked down upon the Earth and saw your tired face.  He put His arms around you and lifted you to rest."

Prayers will be held at Adam's Funeral Home on Friday December 13, 2002, at 8 p.m.  Viewing will be held at 1:30 p.m. followed by the celebration of the Funeral Mass in the Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church on Saturday December 14,2002 at 2 p.m..  Interment to follow in the Parish Cemetery.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt Thank You to the Drs. and staff of the Notre Dame Hospital, Father Marcel Damphousse and all the family and friends who showed care and compassion to Marie-Ange during her hospital stay.

In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to your local food bank, a children's charity of your choice and/or the Celiac Foundation in her memory.

Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.