Age 76, Cheticamp passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Sacred Heart Community Health Centre, Cheticamp. Sylvia was a daughter to the late Joseph P. and the late Louisa (Poirier) LeFort.
Sylvia was trained as an LPN and loved her time working at the Foyer Père Fiset in the 70’s. She had to stop working when she got sick in 1978. This allowed her to become a full-time mom to her daughter Jessica. Sylvia led a simple but meaningful life, often volunteering over the years when she could, and singing in the church choir. She loved the simple things in life, like walking outside, being able to put clothes out on the line on a nice sunny day, and going for drives with her husband, Joseph. Sylvia loved spending time with her grandson, Liam. She loved watching his hockey and volleyball games online.
Sylvia was loved by all who crossed her path and will be fondly remembered as a soft spoken but strong woman. She was never one to complain and always saw the positive in every situation. Despite her physical limitations due to lifelong illness, she was thankful and proud of her accomplishments. It is very fitting that she left us on a calm and sunny spring morning, her favorite season, while the early morning birds sang.
Sylvia will be missed by all who knew her, but especially by her family, her husband of 53 years, Joseph; her daughter, Jessica; son in law, Jim; grandson, Liam, of whom she was very proud; her siblings, Gerald (Dawn) LeFort, Yvon (Linda) LeFort, Pauline Wuest, Carmelle (Mike) Todd, and Madeleine LeFort.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Charles Henri LeFort; and brothers in law, Rene Wuest, and Hector LeBrun.
A private memorial service will take place for family and friends. Burial will follow in St. Peter’s Cemetery, Cheticamp.
Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Sacred Heart Community Health Centre.
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My deepest sympathies to all the family and friends! R.I.P, Sylvia!
To Sylvia’s whole family, we offer our deepest condolences. So very sorry to hear of her passing. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Cousin Willie Joe and Dorella Poirier.
Sorry to hear.mySylvia rest in peace
So sorry to hear Sylvia’s passing, she will be missed by all who knew her, to her family and friends, may you find comfort in knowing she is reunited with her loved ones especially her brother Charles Henri and her Mom and Dad. Fly high and be at peace.
Mes sincères condoléances à toute la famille xo
Saddened to find this out this afternoon. Sylvia was a sweet person and very kind may God bless her and Joseph, jessicca, Lism and all her siblings!
Our condolences to the whole family, especially to you Jessica, and your Dad Joseph, and all of Sylvia’s siblings, from Margarita and I.May she rest in peace.
Sympathies a toute la famille
Ahhhh non, une de mes personnes favorites dans toute cette planète. Je suis attristé.
So sad! Sylvia will be missed by all who knew her. I will remember Sylvua by her great smile & laughter.
My condolences to all the family.
May she Rest In Peace.
Patricia LeFort
To Joseph and Jessica so very sorry for your loss. Sylvia was such a kind person.
I remember your visits to my grandmother Marie Louise’s house a long time ago,
To Sylvia’s brothers and sisters, sincere condolences to you all.
May Sylvia rest in peace.
Michelle
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