Réjeanne Fortin (née Desgagnés)
November 24, 1956 - March 31, 2023
À son domicile, entourée de sa famille, elle nous a laissé pour être avec son Créateur à l’âge de 66 ans. Autrefois de St-Donat, Rimouski, Québec, elle était la fille de feu Thomas Desgagnés (1994) et de feu Madeleine Francoeur (2018). Elle laisse dans le deuil son époux de 40 ans Maurice Fortin, ses trois fils Curtis (Shannon), Conlan (Denise), Patrick (Kristine).
Ses neufs petits-enfants (Maeve, Annéline, Théo, Kai (Conlan et Denise), Félix, Lachlan, Elliott (Curtis et Shannon), Finley et Arlo (Patrick et Kristine).
Ses soeurs Denise (Yves), Raymonde, Marie-Andrée, ses frères Denis (Mireille), Yvon (Sunni), Nelson (Hélène), Bernard (Charlotte) ainsi que beaucoup de neveux, nièces, cousins, cousines, oncles et tantes.
Sa belle-mère Evangéline Fortin, ses belles-soeurs Paulette, Jeanne, neveux et nièces. Son authenticité, sa générosité et sa joie de vivre lui ont permis de forger des relations durables et importantes avec sa famille, les membres de sa communauté et de son lieu de travail. Elle va nous manquer à tous.
Une visitation aura exclusivement lieu à North Park Community Church qui se trouve à 1510 Fanshawe Park Road East de 12h00 – 13h00, suivi du service funéraire de 13h0 – 14h00.
Au lieu de fleurs ou de don, veuillez s’il vous plaît donner un gros câlin à vos proches et dites-leur que vous les aimés.
Une diffusion en direct sera affichée sous peu. Veuillez suivre ce lien pour y accéder: https://youtube.com/live/r8omw8WqXhs?feature=share
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At home surrounded by her loving family, she left us to be with her Creator at the age of 66. Born in St. Donat, Rimouski, Québec she was the daughter of late Thomas Desgagnés (1994) and late Madelaine Francoeur (2018). Beloved wife of Maurice Fortin for 40 years. Loving and doting mother of Curtis (Shannon), Conlan (Denise), Patrick (Kristine).
Proud and devoted grandmother to Maeve, Annéline, Théo, Kai (Conlan and Denise), Félix, Lachlan, Elliott (Curtis and Shannon), Finley, Arlo (Patrick and Kristine).
She leaves behind her siblings, Denise (Yves), Denis (Mireille), Yvon (Sunni), Raymond, Marie-Andrée, Nelson (Hélène), Bernard (Charlotte) along with many nieces and nephews.
She also leaves behind her adored mother-in-law Evangéline Fortin, late Léon Fortin, her sisters-in-law Paulette, Jeanne along with her nephews and nieces. Réjeanne’s extraordinary kindness, generosity and joie de vivre touched the lives of many. She will be missed by all who have had the privilege of knowing her.
Visitation will only be held at North Park Community Church located at 1510 Fanshawe Park Road East, London on Thursday, April 6, 2023 from 12:00-1:00 p.m., with the funeral service following from 1:00-2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers or donations, please give your loved ones a big hug and tell them you love them.
A livestream of the service is available for those unable to attend in person: https://youtube.com/live/r8omw8WqXhs?feature=share
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My sincerest condolences to the family. Rejeanne was kind, warm, funny and passionate about her family and especially her grandkids. I enjoyed our lunch hour skates at the market and our walks and bus rides home to Oakridge. Rest in peace my friend, you are dearly missed.
Maurice, we are so saddened to hear of Rejeanne's passing. Our hearts go out to you and your lovely family. We will miss Rejeanne terribly. She was such a positive person and showed such strength in her fight. May she rest in peace. We are at a loss for words.
Mes sincères condoléances à ma famille, j'ai apprécié de pouvoir participer à la cérémonie en direct. Je pense à vous et vous aime xx
Mes plus sincères condoléances à la famille Fortin! Mes pensées et prières sont avec vous en ces moments difficiles!
Our dearest Réjeanne How blessed we were to have you in our lives. We will treasure that sparkle in your eye, your all-encompassing smile, and the sound of your laughter. Your humour and quick witt was amazing my friend! Your passion and enthusiasm for life was inspiring. Good food, good wine, good conversation. You were always so active - I could never keep up to you when we walked! You taught the boys about life and nature at London's parks. As they explored and picked acorns and leaves, you taught them about life and all of its goodness. You loved skiing, skating, rollerblading and tennis and made sure to introduce all of it to the boys. We will treasure our times together when we visited from Niagara. These are very special memories to us. The first thing we would do is walk along your garden and you would show me the latest flower and tell me the story behind it. Above all, Maurice, Curtis, Conlan and Patrick and then their families were the most important part of your life - they were your life! And you loved everyday and minute of it. That's when you shone the brightest! Thank you for instilling in all of us the important gifts in life. We love you. We will miss you. Shine bright our dear Réjeanne. ✨️
Rejeanne lived life to its fullest. She was passionate about her family and treasured her friendships. Her positive attitude got her through many stormy times. She will be dearly missed. Bell Co-worker
Nos plus sincères condoléances à la famille immédiate et une pensée bien spéciale pour les sœurs et frères de Réjeanne.
Nos plus sincères condoléances à la famille Desgagnė, la famille Fortin, j'aimerais ajouter que Je suis allée à l'école avec Rejeanne au primaire et secondaire. Je suis de St-Donat mais ça fait plusieurs années que je demeure à Rimouski. Sa mère ma tante Madeleine était la cousine germaine de ma mère ( Simonne Francoeur ). J'ai été très suprise d'apprendre son dėcès. Maintenant, elle est partie rejoindre les siens. Tu seras toujours dans mon coeur. Ma belle Réjeanne.
My sweet Bella Rejeanne. There are no words to say how much I truly miss you. I think of your contagious laugh and your beautiful smile often. I still hear your voice! You are no longer in pain but an Angel to a beautiful family you loved to the moon and back! Your legacy will live on through your beautiful grandchildren you adored so much. I wish I could hug you one more time. I miss you so much but will cherish our friendship forever ❤️. Rest in eternal peace my beautiful friend. Love you Bella. 💙❤️
My dear Rejeanne I have always admired your strength, loyalty, love and joyful spirit. I have wonderful memories of us working together at MTS in Thompson, Manitoba. I am so thankful for our friendship. You will never be forgotten. Be at peace my dear girl. Maurice and family I am so sorry for your loss.
Condolences to the family! So sad to hear this! She was a lovely lady. She chatted with everyone and made each one feel special. Just a great person to be around.
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To Rejeanne’s Family: She deeply loved all of you and spoke of you often. Rejeanne was so passionate about life and such a positive person to spend time with! She loved her Habs and proudly skated at the rink in their colours ! Rest in peace my friend , you are missed dearly. Mary Coyles
A Monsieur Maurice est ses enfants ainsi que la Famille Desgagnés, nous vous offrons nos plus sincères condoléances. Bon courage.
My deepest condolences to Rejeanne's family and friends. I loved working with her - her sense of humour was unlike any other. She will be missed.
Deepest condolences to the Fortin family. I enjoyed knowing Rejeanne for many years through working at Bell.
My heart sank when I heard the news of Rejeanne’s passing. A woman I admired for her strength, loyalty, determination, honesty and humour. She was always up for a good chat and would talk about her family with such love in her heart. I have no doubts her legacy will live on through her children and grandchildren. You are at peace now my dear friend.
My sympathies to Rejeanne’s family and close friends. May God’s love help you through this difficult time.
Maurice and family, my sincerest condolences. Rejeanne brought happiness to so many with her energy, positivity, kindness and smile. She will be greatly missed!
Maurice Our Deepest Sympathy to you and your Family. Maurice we are cousins that have never met. Your Mom is my first cousin. I do know Paulette and Jeanne. Thank you Don for giving me the information. So sorry for your loss Maurice Thought and Prayers You have a Beautiful Mom🥰🥰
Dearest Maurice & All Family Members, It is was with such sadness when it was announced of Réjeanne's passing. She is the type of girl that was such a fighter and so positive that it did not seem possible that she would not beat this terrible disease. I always smile when thinking of her at work. She always kept us entertained with her antics and laughter. Dedicated to her job and ALWAYS doing her best. More dedicated to her family and community. With all the chats within our little Video group we learned a lot of her beautiful life. So very young and far too soon for such a vibrant, happy and loving person. We missed her when she retired but will miss her even more since she's left this earth. I send my most sincere condolences and love to you Maurice and your whole family. Sincerely.... Kim Sinibaldi... her Bell co-worker.
“To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die.” – Thomas Campbell Rejeanne was such a warm, beautiful, kind, and funny person, she will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
To all the family, we have lost a bright light on earth but there is now another Angel in heaven. Rejeanne was an inspiration to everyone…so positive every time I talked to her. She fought with grace and dignity and will be truly missed. I remember so many great chats that we had at work. I will miss her infectious laugh and positivity. Rest in peace my friend. Love, Andrea 💕❤️
Our hearts are heavy and saddened to hear of the passing of a beautiful soul, our friend Rejeanne. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, our deepest condolences. Betty & Dennis
I am so sorry to hear that your wife/mom/sister/grandmere and friend has left this earth. Rejeanne was so full of energy and warmth that you couldn't help yourself to want to be in her presence, in her light. She was contagious and she made the work place a fun place. I could always count on her for a great chat and a laugh about anything and everything, especially our hair cuts. I hope the stories you will hear about her in the days to come will wrap themselves around you like a big hug. Continue to look for her light and may you find comfort in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy to you all Beth Martin
To the Fortin family- it seems another Angel has been called. So sorry for your loss. Réjeanne was such a kind, friendly, funny, beautiful person inside and out. She will be dearly missed xo Bell colleague- Helen DAmbrosi xo
I am Maureen Desgagnes sister. I knew Rejeanne and am so sorry to hear of her passing. My condolences to all her family ❤️
My deepest sympathy to Maurice and family. Rejeanne wasn’t such an inspiration to all as she dealt with her illness. I remember Jack teasing her about being a Canadien fan as he was a staunch Maple Leaf supporter! A great neighbour - she will be missed. Sincerely, Eleanor
Maurice and family, we are so sorry for this huge loss. Réjeanne was a bright light and full of life. She was always positive every time we chatted with her during her many, many walks through our neighbourhood. She was a fighter! May all of your wonderful memories of her get you through this very sad and difficult time.
Maurice and family. I am so sad to hear of my dear friend Rejeanne’s passing. I will miss her every day. I miss our daily walks and talks. ❤️❤️❤️
Dear Curtis, Shannon, and all the wonderful Fortin Family We are so very sorry for your loss. We were honoured that she was our friend and we will miss her terribly. Life becomes so different when we lose those we love. May the beautiful memories she has left you with, help during this difficult time. She certainly touched many lives and always brought smiles and laughter to every occasion. All our love Dorothy and Harry Rest in peace dear and special lady.
Maurice and family So sad to hear of Rejeanne's passing She was a sweet and kind soul and will be missed by so many Will keep you and your family in my prayers
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Rejeanne I cannot believe you're gone we lost such a wonderful individual you were so special to me I miss our talks at work you used to stop by my desk all the time and we had our chats. I still have the picture you took and shared with me of the Blue Girl Rose I gave you from my Dad's garden when he passed away. You have such a beautiful family and you were so proud of them. You struggled for several years through this fight and you were always so positive every time we talked in the hallway at work. What a role model you are I will miss you very much you are without pain you can dream about your family and I hope that you are in a beautiful place surrounded by Roses. You are in good hands now. I love you Rejeanne xo My deepest condolences to Maurice and family keep your memories which I'm sure are happy. God Bless you all xoxo
Réjeanne Fortin was pure love, full stop. I grew up living beside her and Maurice and marveled at what amazing parents they were and are. She was my friend, sister, mother, someone I respected and looked up to. Her sons Curtis, Conlan, and Patrick all have a piece of my heart and will always be my younger, fun-loving brothers (who loved to rough-house me at any given moment 🤗). I love her and will always strive to be the woman she naturally was. Rest in peace, my friend. Save me a spot at your table. I'll be there one day to enjoy a glass of wine with you. Until then, I'll be working damn hard to live it up for both of us.
my heart is heavy for this beautiful soul and her beautiful family, we shared so many conversations and life milestones to and from work for many years. I know you are with our Holy Lord but will be so missed here with us. 😟 until we meet again my sweet sweet friend <3
Services for Réjeanne Fortin (née Desgagnés)
Funeral Service will be held at:
North Park Community Church
1510 Fanshawe Park Road East,
London, Ontario
April 6, 2023 1:00 pm
I am so saddended to hear of Réjeanne's passing. I worked with her many years ago in the London office but her smile and cheerful nature has always kept me reminded of her. She will be dearly missed. Sending my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Réjeanne. Her light will always shine on! May she rest in peace.
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