Obituary of Jeanne Louise Leduc

Jeanne Louise Yvonne Leduc of Assiniboia, SK passed away on Monday, December 12, 2016, at the age of 98. Jeanne was born on Labour Day, Monday, September 2, 1918, at 06-07-29-W2, in the Assiniboia District. She was the only daughter of Raymond and Lucie (nee Dussapt) Leduc, and had three older brothers and three younger brothers. As the natural historian for the family, Jeanne was the go-to person for details from the early days when the family lived on the homestead south of Assiniboia, then the next adventure to the farm at McCord, and finally to the farm at St. Claude, MB. Jeanne was always the glue that kept her family connected to each other. She had a fantastic memory for birthdays, wedding anniversaries, new babies born, graduation, and other events, and kept everyone up to date. She always appreciated and looked forward to any visits or phone calls from her nieces and nephews. Jeanne had a zest for life, an outstanding work ethic, a love of gardening, and a commitment to her Mom as she worked and lived in town with her in St. Claude, caring for her until she passed away in 1960. After the death of her mother, Jeanne decided to return to Assiniboia. She often traveled with cousins or sisters-in-law when she could over the years, and brought back stories of the families in France, the wonders of the Yukon, the magic of space travel as seen at Cape Canaveral, the mystery of the Holy Land - every place was a new adventure. Jeanne was always engaged in life, still picking crab apples, pickling beets, and making jam well in to her 90s. This lively mind continued, even once Jeanne moved into Ross-Payant Nursing Home two years ago. She knew this place well, as she had worked in the laundry there and at Pioneer Lodge for many years before retiring at the age of 65. Jeanne was a great role model to her family. She was a positive thinker and always had something kind to say. Through her actions, she reminded them to be sure to take the time to enjoy and value the company of family and friends, use your time wisely, and to be a good steward of your health. Jeanne was a deeply loved and respected sister, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, and friend. She lived a good, long, full life, and will be greatly missed. Jeanne is predeceased by her parents Raymond and Lucie (nee Dussapt) Leduc; brothers Charlie Leduc, Roger (Florida) Leduc, Henri (Philomene) Leduc, Robert (Berthe) Leduc, Jean Leduc, Julien Leduc; nephews Albert Leduc, Wayne Leduc, Paul Leduc, Guy Leduc; niece Louise Kutchall. Jeanne is survived by sisters-in-law Henriette Leduc and Julienne Leduc; nieces and nephews Giselle Anderson, Lucille Jakubec, Raymond Leduc, Lorraine Foster, Richard Leduc, Diane Leduc, Arlene Allinson, Lucie Leduc, Maurice Leduc, Denis Leduc, Evelyn Chappellaz, Roger Leduc, Lionel Leduc, Norman Leduc, Gilles Leduc, Florence Christmann, Wilfred Leduc, Doris Olfert, Leonard Leduc, Rita Dietrick, Richard Leduc, Norman Leduc; and numerous great nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass was held on Friday, December 16, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., at St. George Roman Catholic Church, Assiniboia, SK, with Father Dennis Remot celebrant. Cross bearer was Howard Jakubec and altar server was Carla Leduc. Readers were Evelyn Chappellaz and Lucille Jakubec. Prayers of the faithful were shared by Howard Jakubec. Offertory gifts were presented by Wilfred and Beatrice Leduc. Eulogists were Lucille Jakubec, Lorraine Foster, and Rita Dietrick. Active pallbearers were Raymond Leduc, Richard Leduc (Henri's sons), Maurice Leduc, Denis Leduc (Julien's sons), Leonard Leduc, Norman Leduc (Robert's sons). Interment took place at Mount Hope Cemetery, Assiniboia, SK. Memorial donations in memory of Jeanne to the Canadian Cancer Society, 61B Ross St. W., Moose Jaw, SK S6H 2M2, the Assiniboia Auxiliary for Long Term Care Homes, c/o Box 454, Assiniboia, SK S0H 0B0, and Masses were greatly appreciated.