It is with profound heartbreak that we announce the passing of the Matriarch of the Evraire family. Paulette Evraire (Nana) passed away on the evening of Thursday, December 9th. The heart that filled so many lives with love had simply exhausted itself.
As a woman of faith, her love for St. Jude the Patron Saint of Hopeless Causes, served as her spiritual companion. In Paulette's heart, all were worthy of love.
Born into the world on July 17th, 1941 in Ottawa (Murray Street), Paulette has been re-united with her father Simon Samuel Normand, her mother Jeanne Babin, her stepfather Louis Babin Sr., her daughter Joanne (Jo-Jo), her brother Louis (Babe) Babin and her sister Jeannine (Babin) Parker.
Paulette's life was a memorable journey filled with a resounding happiness especially when she cheered on her children and grandchildren, be it in an arena, on a sports field or a recital stage. Her heart overflowed with the arrival of her great grandchildren.
Though small in stature, she was fierce beyond measure. As a woman of color she forever celebrated the beauty found in all colors of the world.
Paulette was "Mom" to so many especially as her children grew up on Lorne Street. The door was always open and there was always a safe place to rest in her home. Over the years she made many a fan of her home made soup. She loved to dance and was an avid reader. She gave like no other. She loved like no other.
"As big as the sky and as deep as the ocean!"
She is survived by her ex-husband Kenneth Evraire Sr. and her children, Debborah, Jennifer, Joanne (pre-deceased), Ken Jr. (Pamela), Paulette-Poochie and Lance (Lina); the grandchildren James and Joey Fowler; Christopher (Katie) and Jake (Amber) Schweigert; Bezick (Rhea) and Sapphire Evraire; Laney and Laiya Evraire; Elijah, Summer and Nate Steeves-Evraire. They will build on her legacy and trust in her love with each passing day.
Mom’s great grandchildren Amin, Jonathan, Mia, Isla and Maverick Schweigert will draw comfort through the shared stories that will not fade with time.
Nana is also survived by her best friend Ginnette Golightly, a wealth of cousins, nieces, nephews and in-laws.
You are invited to join us to celebrate Paulette's life. Visitation and Funeral Information: December 21st, 2021 visitation will be from 4pm-6pm and 7pm-9pm(Beechwood Cemetery 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa ON.) *Covid Protocols will be in place including a socially distanced line-up.*
Funeral Information: December 22nd beginning promptly at 1:30pm. Notre Dame Basilica 385 Sussex Drive, Ottawa ON. Immediate family members will proceed to Notre Dame Cemetery for a private burial.
In lieu of flowers you are invited to offer donations in Paulette's name to support Cornerstone Housing for Women.
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Digital Guestbook
Victor & Judy Miron
Poochie Evraire
My beautiful Mom.....
Not a day will go by that I won't think of you and miss you. My heart will never be the same. Thank you for being the incredible woman, mother, grandmother, and my best friend. Thank you for making me the woman that I am today. Thank you for loving and cherishing my boys. We are honored that you are my mom and the boys Nana. You have made an incredible impression in not only in my life but the boys. You taught us to work hard, enjoy life, love, and the act of forgiveness. Your a truly angel Mom. I will never forget to say my prayers and We love you as big as the sky and a deep as the ocean. Its your turn to rest Mom . You did your job and more. Till we meet again my beautiful Mom...XOXO and many more
Love forever Poochie, James, and Joey
Tina Paul
My deepest sympathy.?
My words cannot fully express the sorrow I feel after learning about your mom passing, she was such a beautiful soul. May you ever treasure the wonderful times and memories you had with her.
My prayers are with you and the whole family.. Love and Miss you all. ???
Bruno Bell
My sincere condolences Debborah to you and your family.
Louise and Mario Miron Charlebois
My condolences to all the familly you will be miss matante R.I.P ??
Carole Brault
My deepest condolences to all of you. Although your mom is no longer with you, you carry her love, courage and strength within you. Always call on her whenever you need her. She will be with you!
Donna Babin
Sending so much love and comforting hugs to you all. Your mom was a truly remarkable woman who 'loved' and 'lived' life to the fullests. She always found the time to call to let us know she was thinking of us...and I always appreciated hearing from her. Her smile and laughter will be with us all forever...in our hearts. My deepest heartfelt condolences to everyone xx
Debborah Evraire
On behalf of the entire Evraire Family, I would like to send a note of gratitude to everyone who attended our Mom's visitations yesterday. We have also received so many comforting messages of love and support, since December 9, 2021 when our lives changed forever. And for those of you who were able to attend Mom's service today at the Notre Dame Basilica we thank you. We are honored to have you all in our lives.
Diane Reid-Lapointe
My thoughts are with everyone that loved Paulette during these difficult times! She was a gentle soul! Paulette always had a kind word and she always thought of others before herself. R.I.P dear friend, I shall never forget you! Diane
Kathy MacRury
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Hugs to you all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.