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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Chris Evraire
Tina Marte
So sorry for your loss. Our heart goes out to all of you at this time. She was a very special woman who raised amazing children and they have done the same. She will be forever missed. Praying for peace for all. She truly was an Angel.
Cindy Mercer
My deepest condolences to the entire family and closest of friends its so tough losing a parent....but know she's at her best now smiling at the memories she made znd the love she took in her heart with her.....RIP Paulette.
suzanne miron et pierre richer
rest in Peace matant we will miss You love You.
Louise Currier (Moreau)
My deepest condolences to her family. Heaven has gained another angel to watch over all of you. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Rose Marie Moreau
My deepest condolences to you and your family
Monic Cooke
Sincere condolences to the family
Berdeena Charles (Donald Bell)
She had an amazing presences of love and family. Her smile was contagious. Thank you sharing her with us.
Pat Nearing
My sincere condolences to your family
Rick Green
Judy and I come to offer our condolences to your family Paulette(Jr.). We didn’t know your mom but watched your struggles over the past year as you tried valiantly to love her back to health and wholeness. Our God is way bigger than death snd from what I’ve read on this site, He gave her much life which I will liken to fireworks. She came up out of the darkness and in the explosion of her life she dazzled, caused awe and wonder, shone brightly on all of those her light reached. And when her light extinguished, she didn’t fade back into darkness but spread herself around into the hearts of all those who loved her. Jesus Christ Himself lived and then died that we might seek and find everlasting life through Him. Your mom lived and died that others may learn to love like she did - and be directed to the hope she had that directed her heart to live and love well. Praying for you and your family, Paulette.
We will forever remember your kind and gentle smile. You will be missed but never forgotten. ❤️