It is with great sadness that
the family of Stefania LeBlanc announces her passing on her 58th
birthday after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Her attitude
was always to “fight hard for what you believe in,” and
fight she did.
Stefania was an extraordinary
daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Family was her world
and having everyone over to the house was what she lived for.
Throughout her battle, she was able to carry on her mother’s
tradition by cooking and hosting delicious family suppers regularly.
Never would her pain stop her.
It was easy to create a
special bond with Stef. There was always a laugh to be had when she
was around. She was selfless and always knew what to say. In her pain,
she would march on and be there for anyone needing uplifting,
encouragement or just a shoulder to cry on. She was a true friend to
the many people she met over the years leaving an immense footprint in
so many people’s heart. Her smile will radiate
forever.
Stefania was born in Moncton,
to Filippo Marini and late Maria (Amarii) Marini. Besides her dad, she
leaves behind her high school sweetheart, Robert LeBlanc, her daughter
Angela LeBlanc-Cormier (Kevin) and her son Marco LeBlanc
(Stéphanie). She also leaves behind her precious
grandchildren, Olivia Cormier and Mateo LeBlanc, as well as her
beloved grandpuppy Izzy. Being “Nonni” was the best title in
the world to her.
She will also be greatly
missed by her sister Pia MacLeod (Wade), their children Laura and
Samantha; her brother Marcello Marini (Lisa), their children Celia and
Julia; her father and mother-in-law Ronald and Bernice LeBlanc; four
sisters-in-law, their partners, and their
children.
In
addition to her immediate family, she also leaves behind many aunts
and cousins both in Canada and in Italy.
Throughout
Stefania’s 7-year battle, she received exception care from
her medical teams, which included but was not limited to: Dr. C.
Deveau, Dr. P. Renfrew and Dr. M. Harb. They each went above and
beyond to assist and guide her throughout her tenacious fight. Being
present for her when in need meant the world to her. Doctors
can’t do it alone; we are truly grateful and recognize
the exceptionnal care and compassion
given by Dr. Deveau’s office staff as well as the nurses in
the oncology unit and clinic. Thank
you.
Visitations will take place
Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at Frenette Funeral Centre, 88 Church
Street, Moncton from 2 to 4 pm and from 6 to 8 pm ONLY.
Due to the pandemic, face coverings are required with social
distancing regulations are in effect at the funeral
centre.
Mass will be celebrated at
Christ-Roi RC Church, 300 Dominion Street, Moncton on Wednesday,
August 11, 2021, at 2:30pm. Cremation and burial will take at a later
date.
In lieu of flowers, the family
would appreciate a donation to the Dr. Sheldon Rubin Oncology Center
or to a charity of personal preference.
Funeral arrangements are in
the professional care of Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre,
Moncton (858-1900).
Words of comfort and donations
may be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Stefania LeBlanc 1963 2021..
Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre
Death notice for the town of: Moncton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
Our deepest sympathies to The LeBlanc family. She was a veryspecial person.