Be not afraid. I go before you always. Come follow Me and I will give you rest.
After an eight-year courageous journey with Alzheimer’s, Muriel Marie (Price) Lebeau, also belovedly known as Nan, Nanny Noo Noo, Moo Moo, peacefully passed away, 20 October 2025, at the age of seventy-five. Until the very end, Muriel maintained her genuine care for others, kindness, love of family and friends, and gratitude for a blessed life that was filled with thousands of wonderful experiences.
She will forever be lovingly remembered by Ray, her husband and best friend of sixty years, daughters Michelle Chapman (Chris), Danielle Lebeau (Luc) and Dana Lebeau (Jonas). Muriel was a proud and loving Nanny to nine terrific grandchildren, Nicholas Bourdon, Kody Briscoe, Raiel Chapman, Jayme Briscoe, Isabelle Bourdon, Danika Bourdon, Sadie Veitch (Dad – Chris), Carter and Nathan Chapman. She was the great-Nanny of Reese, Demetrius and Niomi. She will be missed by her siblings, Florrie Moss, Austin Price, Clyde Price (Beulah), Watson Price (Rose), Melvin Price, Debbie Power (Bob), Pam Hopkins, Beverley Stroud (Rob), and brother-in-law Allan Lebeau (Marion), as well as many nieces and nephews and extended family members.
Muriel was predeceased by her parents, Clarence and Priscilla (Cooper) Price, her brother-in-law Bert Moss (Florrie) and her sister Doreen Hill (Jim).
Thanks to Reverends Robert and Hilary Merritt, whose spiritual guidance and words of assurance provided emotional comfort during a difficult time. Thank you to the many family members and friends who gave us their loving support. The family would also like to thank the staff at Saint Patrick’s Home for the love, support and kindness they dedicated to Muriel in her final year.
Friends and Family are invited pay respects on Sunday October 26, 2025 in the Sacred Space of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa, ON after 11 a.m. Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. followed by a reception. The Memorial Service was livestreamed, the recording of the service can be found here.
In Memoriam donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society or the St. Andrew’s United Church in Cumberland.
John 3:16 – For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have life eternal.
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Thomas Oakes
June and Dave Zwicker
It is with sadness that we learned of Muriel's passing. We were lucky to remember her in happier days.... Gander, Inuvik, Bermuda to name a few postings that our paths crossed. Take time to remember the good days too, Ray and your Girls. Forever Friends. June and Dave
Robert Laplante et Nicole Lamarche
We offer our sincerest condolences to Muriel's extended family, and especially to you, Ray. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. Muriel is now at peace and free from suffering.
Bernie and Verna Lee
Ray, Michelle, Danielle, Dana and families we are so very sorry to hear of Muriel's passing. You have been our closest friends over the past 60 years. Muriel had a wonderful big heart. Ray and Muriel were always there and always ready to help out. Ray was our Best Man, and they let us stay at their house for several weeks in Bermuda when we arrived and found there had been a last minute mix-up in housing. Thank you Ray and Muriel for that and thank you both for all the countless things you have done together over the years to improve the lives of others.
Al Pardy & Georgie O’Neill
Ray, Michelle, Danielle, Dana and families. We are deeply saddened to hear of Muriel’s passing. The family’s love and devotion throughout her illness is a true demonstration of the bond you all shared.
Although her struggle has come to an end, we know that the love and wonderful memories you shared with Muriel will bring you strength, comfort and peace. No one who knew her could ever forget her charm, warmth and wonderful smile. Our sincere sympathy. Friends Forever.
Yvonne St-jean
My sincere condolences to you Ray and family ❤️❤️
Jean Lebeau
As you heal from this loss, may the reminders of a life well-lived bring hope and peace to your heart.
With deepest sympathy
Vincent, Sylvie and Jean
James Hill
In Cochrane, ON. Returning home from Nipigon WMU 15B.
Hazel McInnis
My most sincere sympathy to all of you in the loss of a truly beautiful lady. My love and prayers are with you.
Jen & Steve Lebeau-Barsanti
Muriel will be greatly missed. Our hearts are with you as we grieve from afar. We are so grateful to have enjoyed the visits with Ray & Muriel on our trips to Ottawa in recent years. Alzheimer's is a terrible disease, but Muriel's light shone through and I'll always remember her bright smile and the twinkle in her eyes. May you be comforted by all of the beautiful memories. Our sincerest condolences to Ray, Michelle, Danielle, Dana, Nicholas, Kody, Raiel, Jayme, Isabelle, Danika, Sadie, Carter, and Nathan.
Ray and family, my deepest and sincere condolences on your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.