It is with great sadness that we announce the passing
of Stella Rosemary McGowan,
on Wednesday September 4th, at the age of 89.
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Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, Stella is survived by her sons Kenny (Debbie) and Gerry (Elise), her daughters Debbie and Brenda (Kevin), her grandchildren Codey, Nicky, Richard, Marc, Tristan, Savannah, Ashleigh, Olivia, Tyler, Kelsey, Sam, Reilly and Dara, as well as by 10 great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband Louis, her sons; David (Marie), Donald and Denis (Allyson).
Stella was a very special lady best known for her zest for life and well-manicured appearance. Stella was born in Athelstan, Quebec, and was the fifth child in a family of eight siblings. Stella met the love of her life, Louis Brunette, at a barn dance, and they married shortly afterwards. Together they raised seven children and made their home in Ormstown, Quebec, where they ran a successful Service Station business for over 40 years. Stella and Louis were married for 63 years until Louis passed in August 2022.
Stella loved to be the life of the party and transmitted this enthusiasm to everyone around her. Stella was an incredibly strong woman having suffered more than her share of personal tragedy but still maintained a positive outlook and will to carry on.
What can be said to sum up a life so well lived; we love you Mom and thank you and Dad for making us the people we are today. We owe you everything and are eternally grateful for all you sacrificed to make our lives better.
We would like to acknowledge the excellent care that Stella received at the residence Maison La Source Bleue, at the Barrie Memorial Hospital as well as the CHSLD in Huntingdon. The staff were exceptional, treating Stella, the family and friends with care and kindness, allowing Stella to pass on with dignity. We are grateful for your compassion.
In honour of Stella’s wishes, there will be a private ceremony
with only immediate family members.
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The family requests those who wish to express sympathy
to consider making a donation to the Barrie Memorial Hospital Foundation,
or to the Huntingdon County Hospital Foundation,
198 Châteauguay St, Huntingdon Qc, J0S 1H0.
C’est avec une grande tristesse que nous annonçons le décès
de Stella Rosemary Brunette née McGowan,
survenu le 4 septembre dernier, à l’âge de 89 ans.
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Une épouse, mère, grand-mère et arrière-grand-mère aimante, elle laisse dans le deuil ses fils Kenny (Debbie) et Gerry (Elise), ses filles Debbie et Brenda (Kevin), ses petits-enfants Codey, Nicky, Richard, Marc, Tristan, Savannah, Ashleigh, Olivia, Tyler, Kelsey, Sam, Reilly et Dara, de même que 10 arrière-petits-enfants. Stella rejoint son mari Louis, ainsi que ses fils David (Marie), Donald et Denis (Allyson).
Née à Athelstan, au Québec, elle était la 5e d’une fratrie de huit enfants. Stella était connue pour sa joie de vivre contagieuse et sa coquetterie. C’est lors d’une soirée de danse champêtre que Stella a rencontré l’amour de sa vie, Louis Brunette, et ils se sont mariés peu de temps après. Ayant élu domicile à Ormstown (Québec), ils y ont élevé leurs sept enfants et tenu une station-service avec succès pendant plus de 40 ans. Au décès de Louis, en août 2022, Stella et Louis comptaient 63 ans de mariage.
Véritable boute-en-train, Stella débordait d’une énergie contagieuse. Elle était aussi dotée d’une force incroyable, car même si elle a connu plus que sa part de tragédies personnelles, elle a toujours maintenu une attitude positive et conservé cette joie de vivre qui l’animait.
Pour conclure ce résumé d’une vie si bien vécue ;
maman, nous désirons te dire à toi et à papa, merci d’avoir fait de nous les adultes que nous sommes. Nous serons éternellement reconnaissants des sacrifices que vous avez faits afin que nous ayons une vie meilleure.
Nous tenons à souligner l’excellence des soins que Stella a reçus à la résidence Maison La Source Bleue, à l’hôpital Barrie Memorial, de même qu’au CHSLD de Huntingdon ; le personnel était exceptionnel, traitant chacun — notre mère, la famille et les amis — avec bienveillance, et prodiguant à Stella des soins d’une grande humanité qui lui ont permis de partir dans la dignité.
Dans le respect des dernières volontés de Stella, une cérémonie privée
pour les membres de la famille se tiendra ultérieurement.
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Pour honorer sa mémoire, la famille suggère des marques de sympathie
sous forme de dons à la Fondation de l’Hôpital Barrie Memorial
ou à la Fondation de l’Hôpital du Comté de Huntingdon,
198 rue Châteauguay, Huntingdon Qc, J0S 1H0.
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My deepest sympathies to all of Stella’s family – she always was so friendly and liked to stop and chat whenever I saw her.
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Toutes nos sympathies à la famille
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Nos sincères sympathies à toute la famille
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My sincerest condolences to the entire family and friends. Stella always welcomed me into her home with generosity and grace. May her memory be a blessing.
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My Deepest Sympathies to all of Stella’s family ..
She was such an amazing woman – always had a smile and ready to visit with you
Treasure all those precious memories
So sorry for your loss
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My sincere condolences to all of the family.
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Our deepest condolences to the family of Stella. I had the pleasure of spending time with her. I saw how much she loved clothes and shoes. Stella loved the colour red. Stella could walk anywhere and you would hear .. Hey that’s Stella…Hi Stella how are you?… she would receive many hugs and kisses. Stella we send you a huge hug xx
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Our Sincerest Condolences to all the family!! You are all in our thoughts at this sad time.
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So sorry for your loss. Stella was a great lady.
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Mes sincères condoléances à toute la famille
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Deepest Sympathies to Kenny, Debbie, Codey and Nicky and families on the loss of a great lady. Always had a cheerful word to say and always ready for a party.
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Deepest condolences to your families.
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Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences. Your mom was an amazing women and fun to be with. Thinking of you at this very difficult time. Helen, Kim, and Tracy
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Sincères condoléances à toute la famille
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Our deepest sympathies.
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My deepest condolences to the Brunette family. Stella was always a joy to chat with, she will be sadly missed.
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Mes sympathies à la famille .Roger Vaillancourt et Sylvie Brault .
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Mes pensées sont pour toi Gerry ainsi qu’à toute ta famille en des moments difficiles .
Votre mère était une belle et grande dame.
Elle incarnait la joie de vivre.
Ses yeux rieurs et son sourire sont des images qui feront partie de mes souvenirs.
Mes plus sincères condoléances
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Nos sincères sympathies à toute la famille.
Deepest sympathies to all the family.
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MY Sympathies to all the Family.
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Nos plus sincères condoléances à la famille une dame toujours souriante et sympathique
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À la famille Brunette, toutes nos sympathies.
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My condolences all her family. She was amazing person always had smile ..May u rest and peace and party and dance up in heaven .
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To Kenny and all your family, we are sorry for your loss. Please accept our most sincere sympathies; your mother will forever remain in your hearts and memories.
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Nos sincères sympathies à toute la famille
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Nos sincères condoléances à toute la famille.
Our sympathies to all the family and friends. ⚘️
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Mes sympathies à toute la famille.
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Dear Kenny & Debbie & all the Brunette families.
So sorry for your loss. Hold tight to all your happy memories.
Ormstown has lost a lovely lady.
Sharon
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Nos sympathies à la famille .