Obituary of Gisele Alma Marie Fortier

Born: January 15th 1930 Died: October 8th 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Gisèle Fortier (nee Belair) (86) who passed away suddenly on Saturday October 8th 2016 at St. Paul's Hospital in Saskatoon. She is survived by her 10 children; Pierrette (Jean-Paul), Gaëtan (Dianne), Michel (Coleen), Monique (Chris), Gerard (Lorrie), Dolorès (Doug), Andre (Nathalie), Paulin (Nancy), Marie (Jocelyn), Alain (Michelle). She was predeceased by her husband Roger, her son Aimé, her parents Ovila and Alma Belair and her brother Ivan Belair. Gisèle was a hard working woman who labored long hours on the farm. Milking cows, tending to her large garden, canning and sewing for her family were just a few of her activities. Amongst all those activities, she still found time to bake several loaves of bread twice a week. Her love for crafts, knitting, and quilting were just a few of her passions. The many quilts that she made for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren will be cherished forever. Mom was the happiest when the house was full of her children and grandchildren. She also loved to play cards with her family and friends. Mom was devoted to her faith and would pray the rosary daily and attended church regularly. When things would go wrong or break down, she would put it in the hands of God and things would work themselves out. Mom was the heart of the family, what a great example she was to her children and grandchildren. She was an active member of the church and was involved in countless activities in the community. After taking care of our father for several years, she moved to Saskatoon to be nearer to her children. She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts. The Vigil of Prayers will be held at 7:00p.m. on Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at St. Jean Baptiste Roman Catholic Church, Debden, SK. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00a.m. on Thursday, October 13, 2016 at St. Philip Neri Parish 1902 Munroe Ave. Saskatoon, SK with Father Emile April officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Memorial donations can be made in Gisele’s name to the Canadian Cancer Society 54- 11th Street East, Prince Albert, SK S6V 0Z9. Family and friends wishing to send messages of condolence are welcome to visit www.beaulacfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Beau "Lac" Funeral Home, Marianne Turcotte- Funeral Director, Prince Albert, SK 306-763-3322.