Gertrude’s Obituary
Gertrude Benoit (née Côté), long time resident of Donnelly (AB), passed away on January 2, 2022 in McLennan (AB) at the age of 96 years.
Gertrude was a well-loved teacher for 32 years. Music played an important part of her life; every one of her students will remember she interactive Christmas concerts, with musical instruments. As an educator, she believed she could turn any child into the love of learning.
She enjoyed anything that said art & crafts-b it quilting, sewing, leather work and gardening. she tried everything new; she enjoyed traveling & playing card.
Gertrude was pre-deceased by her husband Sylvio (1973); sons Paul (2006) and Roger (2012).
She is survived her children (and their families) Laurent, Louise, Gérard, Evelyne and Cécile.
Donations to Société Historique et Généalogique de Smoky River (C.P. 224, Donnelly, Alberta, T0H 1G0).
Due to restrictions, funeral mass will be by invitation only.
The service will be livestreamed.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Gertrude Benoit January 26 1925 January 02 2022..
Chapel of Memories Funeral Homes & Crematorium
Death notice for the town of: Peace River, Province: Alberta
Benoit family
Sincere sympathies. Mme Benoit was a great teacher (grade 7) and wonderful person. Will always be fondly remembered .
Ghislaine Lagace