Obituary of Lillian Lafontaine

Mrs. Lillian Myrtle Lafontaine of Yorkton and formerly of Regina ; beloved wife tof the late Steve Lafontaine, passed away on September 26, 2009 at the Yorkton Regional Health Centre following a brief battle with cancer. She was of 79 years of age.. Lillian was born on July 13, 1930 in the Crooked Lake district of Saskatchewan; a daughter of Robert and Elizabeth (nee Lafromboise) Pelletier. On June 22, 1952 Lillian was united in marriage to the love of her life Steve at St. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church in Yorkton. Following their marriage the couple moved to the Crescent lake district where Steve was employed with Matheson Bros. Construction from Yorkton. They later moved to Regina where Steve was employed with the University of Regina and Lillian was an upholsterer with Dutch Upholstery. They then moved back to Yorkton in August 1987. Unfortunately Steve passed away In September of that year. Lillian continued to live and work in Yorkton where she and Laura Coates opened their business of Sunrise Awning on Betts Ave. Following her retirement she continued to make Yorkton her home. Lillian was a dedicated member to the Metis people, delivering fruit baskets and flowers to the sick in the hospital. She was also an avid member with Metis history and culture programs which preserve and promote the Michief language and culture. As Lillian had always said "We need to talk the language with our children........". Her family say that their mom's door was always open for a good cup of tea and a game of wah - hoo with family and friends. She also enjoyed her Sunday afternoon Barouche card game with all of her friends and family. Lillian was predeceased by her husband Steve in 1987; sons: Philip in 1991, Lawrence in 1997; grandson Trance in 1990; parents: Robert Pelletier in 1984, Elizabeth Pelletier (nee Lafrombroise) in 1963; her father and mother - in - law: Louie Lafontaine in 1978, Emma Lafontaine (nee Gagnon) in 1993; brothers: Charles Pelletier in 1980, George Pelletier in 1984 and a son - in - law Rick Spokes in 2008. She leaves to mourn her passing and to celebrate her life her daughters: Shirley, Eva, Diane (Terry), Lynn (Greg); son Steve (Jody); foster daughter Roberta; special niece Laurette. Also 13 grandchildren: Jenny, Shelby, Shannon ( Melissa) , Kirk (Tenille), Jay (Kim), Loriane (Wade), Lawrence Jr.( Ashley), Royce, Ethan, Owen (Arlene) , Riley, Jordan, and Alex. Lillian was also known as Kokum by her 15 great grandchildren: Kyle, Shehaweh, Malik, Kaidence (also called Kipoutch), Irelynd, Zander, Elijah, Nevaeh, Kiandra, Kathie, Jake, Tristen, Shaleigh, Isabella and Louie. She also leaves her sisters: Gilda, Sandra, Mary (Gilbert), Harriet (Edwin), Isabel, Madeline (Wilfred) ; step - sister, Laura Coates, step - brothers, Philip and Claude Langan; godchildren: Rogerine, Kendra, Michael also numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. A Prayer Vigil Service was held on Wednesday evening September 30, 2009 from ST. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church Yorkton, Sask. with Father Basil Chomos officiating. The Pianist was Katherine Flaman leading the Congregation in the Hymns: "Come Home", Psalm 23 (The Lord Is My Shepherd) and "Precious Lord, Take My Hand". The reader was Debbie Brazeau. The Funeral Mass was Celebrated on Thursday morning October 1, 2009 from ST. Gerard's Roman Cathoic Church with Father Basil Chomos as Celebrant. The readers were Loriane Langan - Pennel and Anita Vincent. The pianist was Pam Yaremko accompanied by Sandra Archer on the Violin. They led the parish choir and congregation in the Hymns: "How Great Thou Art", Psalm 90 ( A Prayer of Moses the man of God), "Jesus Remember Me", "Come To Me", "Song Of The Angels" and Amazing Grace". The Honourary Bearers were all who shared in Lillian's life with Ethan Anderson serving as Cross Bearer. The interment followed in the Yorkton City Cemetery with Shannon, Kirk, Jay, Owen Lafontaine, Royce Anderson and Lawrence Belhumeur Jr. serving as Casket Bearers. Memorial donations in Lillian's name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences may be emailed to baileysfuneralhome@sasktel.net services directed by Bailey's Funeral Home Yorkton Mom we love you and will miss you. To love a Mom and then to part Is the greatest trial to the human heart Years of striving, little o f play, Loving, giving, the whole of the way. A cherished smile, a heart of gold, To the dearest Mother the world could hold Happy memories, fond and true, From us who thought the world of you. Beautiful memories are treasures ever, Of happy days when we were together. With aching hearts we whisper low, God Bless you Mother, we'll miss you so. Father in Heaven hear our prayer, Guard our Mother with tender care. Be a good Shepherd, don't leave her alone, Love her as we loved her When she was here at home. " WE NEED TO TALK THE LANGUAGE WITH OUR C H ILD R E N …….." Lillian will be greatly missed and cherished in the hearts of everyone who knew her Service Information Thursday, October 1st, 2009 10:00am, St. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church Interment Details Yorkton City Cemetery