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
Pat Redmond
Denise Aitken
Claire was always cheerful with a smile for all! My sympathy to Donna and her family.
Donna Novick (Baker)
I have many fond memories working with Claire at the Bank of Canada 11W many years ago. Her kind manner, always smiling, and her contagious laugh. Her Daughter was her whole world. Rest in peace Claire.
Helene Borst
Dear Donna, Jeanette and family members. My memories of Claire are very dear. I will always treasure her beautiful smile, her calm composure and her words of wisdom. We all loved Claire. Special thoughts to Donna and may all the precious memories comfort you. Love,
Helene Borst
Joan Mackie Goyette
So sad to read of Claire's passing. Sympathy to her family.
Condolences.