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Elizabeth Chiasson

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On Wednesday, May 20, 2026, Elizabeth Chiasson passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her girls at her bedside.

Left to mourn this tremendous loss and navigate life without her are her three daughters, Bernice (Mike) Lucas, Jeannine (Gélas) Aucoin, and Gisèle (Paul) Gartland.

She will be missed dearly by her greatest blessings, her grandchildren, Melissa, Renée (Rob), Ryan, Allison (Aaron), Hannah (James) and Marcus (Molly). Many days were enjoyed sitting with Mémère on her veranda in the summer eating popsicles, or baking cookies and only being trusted to roll the dough in sugar.

She was the most proud grand-mémère to Riley, Connor, Jacob, Rory, and Owen.

Her nieces and nephews will also feel this tremendous loss, as she held a special place in their hearts, and they in hers.

Affectionately known as Zabeth, she was a true ‘Moinouse’ to her core. She was in her glory perched on her front step each summer, happily watching as the cars passed by, each driver giving a honk and a wave – whether locals or tourists.

Living in the family homestead for the majority of her years, mom made sure her door was open to everyone. It was the meeting place for friends and family alike, often a rousing game of cards enjoyed around the table. She even managed to host a few weary Irish kayakers caught in stormy seas. The family home was always bustling during Mi-Carême, much to Zabeth’s joy. Home was also a place where she and her sisters, Thérèse, Eileen, Marie Hilda, and Diane (fondly known as the Golden Girls) would meet, reminisce on days past, or solve the problem of the day.

Those who knew Zabby knew one of her true loves was food. It was her greatest pleasure to prepare and enjoy a meal or a treat for her guests, and she made sure that no belly left her table hungry. She always made sure that her family’s requests for Yum Yum squares or chocolate chip cookies were always fulfilled. You could tell she took great joy in preparing food for others, and without a doubt the secret ingredient in each of her dishes was a large helping of love.

Of all of her pastimes, bingo and breakopen tickets were her favourites. Elizabeth loved a good game of chance. Though she didn’t always win back what she spent, she never lost hope for better luck next time.

She had a keen ear for music, especially when her favourite fiddler Colin would launch into Sandy MacIntyre’s ‘Trip to Boston’ especially for her.

The last remaining matriarch of the family, Elizabeth was predeceased by her parents Moïse & Luce Agnes (Chiasson) LeBlanc; each of her siblings, Albert, Clifford, Linus, Julia, Thérèse, Eileen, Marie Hilda and Dianne. Over the past 32 years, she has mourned and deeply missed her son Linus, and her granddaughters Lindsay and Ashley; her husband, Bernie à William who she has been without since 2015; and by her eldest son, Kevin. Most recently, she lost her granddaughter, Justine.

Mom’s tremendous strength and resilience were evident in living a life full of love and vigour despite the many heartbreaking losses she endured. She was an example for so many on navigating life following loss. Elizabeth was steadfast and stoic, a pillar for the entire family to lean on for support.

A devout Catholic, her unwavering faith and steadfast devotion to Ste. Anne guided mom spiritually to weather many challenges she encountered throughout her life.

To honour her memory, we ask that you think of her each time you see a hummingbird (her favourites to watch from her window in recent years), or when sharing a recipe with a friend.

With deep gratitude, we extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff and administrators of Foyer Père Fiset for the care mom received during her time there.

Please know that your kind words of comfort, acts of kindness, and support have helped us through these most difficult times. May each act of love, that each and every one of you have shown to us be returned tenfold.

Visitation will take place on Saturday, May 30, 2026 in St. Joseph’s Church, St. Joseph du Moine from 10am until time of funeral mass at 11am with Father Martin MacDougall and Father Peter LeBlanc officiating. Should you be so inclined, memorial donations may be made in her memory to St. Joseph’s Church, St. Joseph du Moine du Moine.

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  1. Yolande LeVert

    Sincere condolences to Bernice, Jeannine ,Gisele and the remaining and numerous family members. Zabeth was a giant human being. She will be long remembered.

  2. Darlene Andrews (Aucoin)

    My deepest condolences to Jeannine, Bernice, & Gisele. Your Mom was a very special person. I will think of your Mom when I see a hummingbird.

  3. Victor & Valerie Hanham

    Our deepest condolences to Giselle and family. Death may take the person, but the memories and stories will last forever. May God be with you all as you work through this difficult time

  4. Yvette& Marcel Bourgeois

    Our deepest sympathies and prayers to Bernice, Jeannine, Gisèle and extended family of Zabeth. Zabeth was a very warm welcoming and friendly woman to all she met.
    Fun times were had during mi-carême where there was always a pot of fricot on the stove and fresh buns to share.
    May Zabeth be welcomed in paradise by our loving God and by
    all who knew and Love her. RIP

  5. Leo and Sharon Carter

    Our deepest condolences to you Gisele and your family on loss of your Mom.🙏

  6. Tommy & Louise Carter

    Oue heartfelt condolences to Gisele & family on your tremendous loss. May you find peace & comfort in memories made and by those you hold dear.

  7. Gloria Aucoin

    My deepest sympathies to all Zabeth’s family, relatives and close friends. R.I.P. Zabeth! 🧡

  8. Doris Poirier

    Condolences Bernice,Jeannine,Gisèle and all of Zabeth ‘s loved ones. R.I.P. my friend.

  9. Carmella Murphy

    Tante Zabeth certainly did hold a special place in our hearts. We all have so many wonderful memories of every time we got together, whether for an hour or an afternoon. She will be deeply missed, but we can take comfort in knowing that she’s with loved ones who went before her.

  10. nicole levert

    Mes sincères condoléances à la famille élargie de Zabeth. Elle était une proche voisine de la famille LeVert. Je me rappelle que ma mère, Doris, quand elle parlait de son jeune temps, disait que la maison à Moïse était un lieu de rencontre pour la jeunesse et elle ajoutait que les filles à Moïse étaient les plus belles filles de la paroisse. Zabeth était réellement une femme forte et aussi une personne qui aimait accueiller le monde.
    My sincere sympathies to the extended family of Zabeth. She was a close neighbour of the LeVert family. I remember that my mother, Doris, when she would reminisce about her youth, would say that Moïse’s house was a meeting place for the young people and she would add that Moïse’s daughters were the prettiest girls in the parish. Zabeth was truly a strong woman and one who enjoyed welcoming people to her house.

  11. Daniel Doucet

    Mom, Domithilde a Lomer and I wish to convey our sincere Condolences to the family on this very sad day. Zabeth and mom were good friends when living in Waltham while Bernie and my dad were partners in construction. Both Bernie and Zabeth were super nice people and she will be missed by all who knew her. She was an incredibly strong person to have endured all the heartbreaks that she has experienced since her retirement. May she rest in eternal peace now that she has been reunited with her past loved ones.

  12. Jacques Hebert

    Sincerest condolences to all of you. Very sad news indeed.

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