It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Claire on Wednesday August 4th, 2021 at the age of 76 after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Loving mother of her daughter Donna DeSousa (Nat). Claire loved her two grand-daughters Alexia and Ellie. She will also be greatly missed by her sister Jeanette (Murray); her many nieces and nephews, friends and colleagues. She was predeceased by her idolized big brother Gerald (Rachel) and her loving parents Rolland and Elizabeth Huard.
Claire had a rewarding career for over 30 years at the Bank of Canada and in retirement ventured on to try a career with TD Bank and then OC Transpo.
Claire loved to smile and laugh, sing and dance, cook for others and bowling. People were naturally drawn to her. Her genuine spirit was unmatched by her generous heart.
A special thank you to the staff at the Madonna Care Home for their wonderful care.
A visitation will be held at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Avenue on Thursday, August 19th, 2021 at 9:00 am followed by a Funeral Service at 10 am in the Sacred Space of Beechwood. Interment to follow at Notre Dame Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society or the Canadian Breast Cancer Society of Canada.
Due to Covid restrictions please pre-register your attendance for the visitation and/or funeral service of Claire as attendance will be limited. Masks and physical distancing required.
Digital Guestbook
Laurie Hummel
Nancy Cruickshank
Claire miss your smile and laugh! We had some fun at TD rest my friend. You are sorely missed!
Hugs and peace
Cory Tanguay Saville
Boy we had some good times and in case you ever think I forgot I also remember the very toughest time in my life and how you were there for me even though you did not understand much about addiction. You saved my life sweet friend and after that I was blessed to meet and marry John because of you in some fashion. Well he went ahead of you last October 25th so catch up with him there sweetie. He will take care of you because that’s just the way he was. Lots of Love Cory
DON GRANT
Claire I remember our days growing up and the fun times, the Christmas dinners, the dancing all the good times developing memories that are never forgotten. Have fun on the other side , keep it going sweetie.
Patricia and Family
It is so sad to see you go but happy to know you are an Angel dancing and watching over your girls. It has been a while but I will always cherish the memories or dancing, laughing and the love you had for life and everyone you met. You will be missed but will forever in our hearts ?
Donna Baker
I will remember Claire and her beautiful smile. She was so proud of you Donna and talked constantly of her beautiful granddaughters.
Jane Rooney
My condolences on the passing of Claire. May she rest in peace
Monique Lévesque
All my sympathise to the family.
Ginette Boulerice
It is so sad, I will remember Claire for her laugh. We had so much fun working together and Claire was my supervisor for years at the Bank of Canada.
Heather Benson Gagne
Worked with Claire. She was a great woman. RIP. MY Deepest condolences to all family
I will never ever forget my BC mom. Welcomed me into her family like I was her own. Gave me a little sis in Donna ❤️. So sad. Love to you Donna, Nat and the girls. She loved you with everything she had. Such a blessing. Love her and you. Xo