It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Suzanne Sarault on May 24, 2022, at 68 years of age (Ottawa, Ontario). Suzanne leaves behind her spouse, RCMP Commissioner Robert H. Simmonds (Rtd.), her nieces Karine and Valérie Gauthier as well as her spouse’s children Elizabeth (Fred Webber) and Robert Jr. (Cathy Simmonds). Suzanne is predeceased by her father, Moe Sarault, her mother, Yvette Sarault (Larabie) and her sister, Nicole.
Suzanne was a distinguished executive public service employee and an outstanding leader and mentor. She served many federal departments and agencies for more than 36 years. She was a life-long volunteer and had a deep desire to be of service to others. Suzanne was especially passionate about her work with Veteran organizations including the RCMP Veterans’ Association, Canadian Association of Veterans in United Nations Peacekeeping, Korean War Veterans Association of Canada and Veterans Affairs Canada. She supported events for Heritage Canada, was host of the National Capital Open - Support our Troops of the PGA of Canada MacKenzie Tour (2014-2016) and was Emcee at numerous events national and local events including the City of Ottawa.
Suzanne was awarded the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers in 2018, was an Honorary Member of the Korea Veterans’ Association (Unit 7) and Executive Member of the RCMP Veterans’ Association (Ottawa Division), was the 2017 RCMP Ottawa Division Veteran of the Year, and an Alumni of the Association of Professional Executives of the Public Service of Canada.
Suzanne was vibrant and determined, she radiated confidence and lived her life with enthusiasm and grace. She loved to sing, dance, paint and play golf. She was the joy of Bob’s life, a caring and compassionate matante and a faithful friend. She will be truly missed.
A memorial service will be held at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, on Wednesday, June 8 at 1 p.m. Family and friends are invited to visit from 11 a.m. The family strongly encourages mask wearing.
In memoriam donations may be made to: Lung Cancer Canada https://www.lungcancercanada.ca or to the RCMP Veterans’ Historical Wall Project (RCMP National Memorial Cemetery, Beechwood Cemetery) https://ottawadivisionvaweb.site/rcmp-veterans-historical-wall-2/
At my fathers passing we gathered and my Uncle Howard spoke of Suzanne’s passing and how incredibly and accomplished respected she was and how very proud everyone is of her. I recall Uncle Moe being a big part of our family , most often seen as Santa Claus at Christmas.
Seems we have a lot of police in our roots.
Amazing legacy Suzanne , I wish I knew you xoxo love Hayley