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Geraldine ”Gerri” Paquette

1955 – 2024

Visiting Hours: 

Saturday, September 28, 2024

from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Visiting Location:

Maple Hall 2552 Old Montreal Road, Cumberland, Ontario K4C 1A4

Celebration:

A celebration of life will be held at the Maple Hall

Passed away suddenly surrounded by her family on September 16, 2024 at the age of 69 years. She was the daughter of the late Andrew McGerrigle and the late Mary McGerrigle (nee Baugh) and beloved wife to Armand Paquette. She leaves in sadness but with wonderful memories her children, Jennifer Fournier (Mike), Andrew Paquette (Martine), Janna McKinnon (Steve) and Sabrina Vachon. Adored grandmother to Raven, Asher, Caleb, Jacob, Élyse, Onyx, Ty, Malik and Catalina. She also leaves in sorrow her brother Robert McGerrigle (Catherine), as well as many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and friends.

She was predeceased by her brother Stewart McGerrigle (Ida).

The family would like to thank the Hawkesbury & District General Hospital for their amazing care provided.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Maple Hall, 2552 Old Montreal Road, Cumberland, Ontario K4C 1A4

In memory of Mrs. Paquette, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Hawkesbury & District General Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

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    • Pierre Diotte Posted 2024-10-13 1:48 pm

      Our sincere condolences for your lost. We unfortunately just learned about the passing of Gerri. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
      The Diotte family

    • Cristina Sartori Posted 2024-09-28 6:57 am

      Jennifer, my heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family on the loss of your mother. May her spirit live on in the love she shared xo

    • Yves et Chantal Posted 2024-09-25 9:23 am

      Nos plus sincères sympathies à toute la famille.

    • Nancy Moore Deschambault Posted 2024-09-24 1:14 pm

      Deepest sympathies to the McGerrigle family.

    • mary lawrence Posted 2024-09-24 6:42 am

      Armand and Jennifer and Andrew, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Jerri with great admiration and fondness.

    • Fred Barber Posted 2024-09-23 7:13 pm

      Armand – my deepest sympathy to you and the family. Her beaming smile, kindness, and friendly disposition will be sorely missed by many, many people. May God provide comfort and Peace during this deep valley.

    • Charlotte Foster Posted 2024-09-23 3:24 pm

      Our family’s deepest sympathy to you Armand and to your family. Our children remember Gerri’s kind and caring nature as their school bus driver. I remember Gerri as a very upbeat person who generated happiness.

    • Jean Normand Posted 2024-09-23 2:29 pm

      I am so sorry to hear of Gerri’s sudden passing. Her smile and great personality will be remembered. She was a proud Mom and a very proud Grandma. I am sorry I will not be able to attend on Sept. 28. Much Love.

    • Jerry Beattie & Jane Duncan Posted 2024-09-23 11:31 am

      Our Deepest Sympathies to Armand and the family. Wishing that we could give you all hugs. Jerry and Jane

    • Claude et Claudette Martel Posted 2024-09-23 6:34 am

      Mes sympathies à la famille on pense à vous dans les moments difficiles

    • Monique Durivage Posted 2024-09-22 6:23 pm

      Dear Armand, I am in total shock….. I’ve just learned of Gerri’s passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Gerri so full of life with a big laugh, always a smile on her face. RIP Gerri. Monique and Leo Durivage

    • Joanne & Ken Pugh Posted 2024-09-22 4:39 pm

      Armand and family, we are so sorry for your loss, Gerri will be greatly missed by all who knew her! Rest In Peace and without pain!

    • Sharon Greer Posted 2024-09-22 7:15 am

      My deepest sympathies to the family

    • Dianne Van der Putten Posted 2024-09-21 11:27 pm

      To Armand and family, my deepest condolences to each of you. My heart breaks for you and words cannot express the loss of such a wonderful, generous, kind and joy filled person. Gerri will always be loved and never forgotten.

    • Phil Beausoleil Posted 2024-09-21 10:54 pm

      Armand and family, I’m so sorry that I can not be there at this time. I know exactly how it feels and wish you quick healing at this time. R I P Gerri you were a good friend.

    • Marcel and Ginette Genest Posted 2024-09-21 10:44 pm

      Armand and family..our deepest condolences for your loss. May the Lord grant you comfort and peace during this difficult time.

    • France Dion Posted 2024-09-21 10:13 pm

      I met Gerri through her grand daughter Raven. She was such a sweet lady. When my daughter was over at her place, she would spoiled her. Kaylee will always remember all the playdates when Gerri picked her up. My sincere condolences to Jenn, Mike, Raven and Asher, and all of her family.

    • Jayn Millette Posted 2024-09-21 8:26 pm

      Gerri was my first friend when we moved to Canada, quickly becoming best friends and spent all our summers together. Treasured memories I will never forget. Gerri had a huge heart, spreading joy and laughter with everyone she met.
      Our condolences to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    • Haifa Miller Posted 2024-09-21 8:19 pm

      I am deeply saddened by the death of a dear friend Gerri. My deepest condolences to her family.

    • Ana and Pierre Paquette Posted 2024-09-21 7:20 pm

      Our deepest sympathy to the whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you on this difficult moment. She will be greatly missed. RIP Gerri.

    • Sophie Saumure Posted 2024-09-21 5:53 pm

      I had the great pleasure of working for Gerri as a nanny for quite a number of years and she was such a kind and loving lady. Always laughing and enjoying herself. But never before a coffee. I am truly sad to hear this news of your passing. May you watch over us. Blended be.

    • Claire &Ward Posted 2024-09-21 7:20 am

      My Condolence to my brother niece and nephew big hug