Françoise Plourde

26 MAI 1950 16 JUIN 2026

Portrait de Françoise Plourde

Visite

QUAND:
Samedi 11 juillet 2026 11:00 – 13:00
OÙ:
Centre commémoratif national Beechwood

Célébration de la vie

QUAND:
Samedi 11 juillet 2026 13:00 – 14:00
OÙ:
Espace sacré

Réception

QUAND:
Samedi 11 juillet 2026 14:00 – 16:00
OÙ:
La salle Borden-Fleming

Diffusion en direct

C’est avec une profonde tristesse que j’annonce le décès de ma merveilleuse épouse depuis 45 ans, l’amour de ma vie, mon âme sœur et ma meilleure amie, Françoise Plourde, le 16 juin 2026.

Comme le raconte l’histoire, Françoise est arrivée dans ce monde le 26 mai 1950 avec énergie et vivacité.   Elle était la benjamine de Marie-Anne Cyr et de Joseph Plourde, de Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes, au Nouveau-Brunswick. Ses parents l’ont précédée dans la mort, ainsi que ses demi-frères et sœurs : Marie-Rose (Roderick Gauvin), Paul-Émile (Dorina Cyr), Gérard (Jeanna Cyr), Jeanne (Marc-Edward Barette), Fernande (Antoine Arbour), Thérèse (Michel Pourcelot), Élélianne (Gérard Gignac) et Lionel ; ses frères et sœurs Dolor (Anne), Armand, Armande Routh ; Gisèle Beauchemin, Dolorès Duong, Louis, Robert et Gilles; son beau-frère et belles-sœurs Alfred Giroux Léna Poitras et Gislaine Lévesque.

Françoise laisse dans le deuil son mari Brian Tardif, sa demi-sœur Dorothée, ses frères Alyre et François, ainsi que sa sœur Huguette (Bertin Sirois); sa belle-soeur Annette Vautour et ses beaux-frères Steve Routh, Rodrigue Beauchemin et Minh Duong.

Françoise a mené une longue et brillante carrière en ressources humaines au sein de la fonction publique fédérale. Elle a débuté au Bureau de la traduction du Secrétariat d’État, puis a travaillé à la Commission de la fonction publique. Elle adorait son travail, en particulier le recrutement et l’embauche de traducteurs à une époque où le Canada se dotait d’un Bureau de la traduction de classe mondiale. À la Commission de la fonction publique, elle a contribué à la formation et au développement professionnel comme agent de recrutement et de dotation, comme coach aux jeunes diplômés universitaires de maitrîse du Programme de stagiaire en gestion  et comme conseillère principale en dotation pour les cadres supérieurs.

Françoise adorait voyager. Ensemble, elle et Brian on visité plus de 40 pays répartis sur cinq continents. Elle prenait également grand plaisir à recevoir à la maison avec Brian, à concocter des repas gastronomiques et à organiser de grandes fêtes de Noël et des réceptions autour de la piscine pour leurs amis proches, leur famille et leurs collègues.

Françoise adorait rire et faire rire les autres. Et, si elle vous taquinait, c’était qu’elle vous appréciait. Elle nourrissait une profonde vie spirituelle, une foi sincère et la conviction inébranlable qu’une vie plus grande l’attendait lorsque son passage sur terre prendrait fin.

C’est chez elle, dans son jardin, que Françoise trouvait son plus grand bonheur. Elle aimait planter et entretenir ses fleurs et ses arbustes. Plusieurs mois avant chaque saison de plantation, elle commençait déjà à planifier et à se préparer .

Françoise et Brian on fait  d’Ottawa leur foyer et se considèrent privilégiés d’avoir une famille et un cercle d’amis aussi précieux et aimants, tant près que loin. Votre amour et votre affection ont été très présents au cours des dernières semaines et des derniers mois, et nous vous en sommes profondément reconnaissants.

Je vous invite à vous joindre à moi pour une célébration de la vie de Françoise au Centre commémoratif nationale de Beechwood, le samedi 11 juillet. Les visites auront lieu de 11 h 00 à 13 h 00, suivies de la célébration de la vie à 13 h 00, puis d’une réception de 14 h 00  à 16 h 00.

Bien que Françoise aimait les fleurs, des dons à sa mémoire seraient les bienvenus et grandement appréciés au  Fonds de la Fondation Françoise Plourde et Brian Tardif, un fonds géré par les donateurs au sein de la Fondation communautaire d’Ottawa. Ce fonds nous permettra de soutenir, grâce aux revenus générés,  des organismes de bienfaisance  partout au Canada. Si vous souhaitez faire un don, veuillez utiliser le lien suivant : https://www.ocf-fco.ca/funds/francoise-plourde-brian-tardif-foundation-fund/

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  1. Omg Brian. We are so sorry to see this. I hope you know how much we love you both.

  2. My deepest condolences to Brian and the rest of Francoise’s family. We met many times over the years when I was involved with Citizen Advocacy. A very charming lady who always had a kind word and a smile.

  3. I’m so so sorry for your loss Brian, my thoughts and prayers are with you 🙏

  4. Brian, there are no words to express my sincere condolences to you and your incredible loss. I was always so fond of Francoise and enjoyed her company. I will remember her fondly and will miss her wonderful sense of humour. Take care of yourself. 😢💔🙏

  5. My dear Godmother ment so much to me and I will miss her in this earthly life and have great pleasure in knowing she will be there waiting to greet me when I arrive after this life. Bless my dear Uncle Brian for his strength and support he always provided my Aunt.

  6. Dear Brian, it is with great sadness and tremendous sympathy that we share your loss and that of your family and friends.
    Our thoughts are with you .
    May she rest in Peace.
    Paula and Manny

  7. Brian – I’m so sorry to hear this sad news. Anyone who knows you, knows you adored your beautiful, accomplished, loving wife, Francoise. You lived a rich life together.
    While I can’t join you in events celebrating her life I am sending the warmest Nova Scotian virtual hug to be used whenever you need it.
    With affection
    Carol

  8. She will be missed as a wonderful neighbour and friend.

  9. We are so very sorry for your loss, Brian. I felt I got to know Françoise when Karen and I stayed with you years ago. I marveled at her kindness, intelligence and witty sense of humor. Take Care of yourself, Brian.

  10. Dear Brian … this is shocking and very, very sad news. Words can barely express my deep condolences on this tremendous loss for you and your family. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I know you will find comfort in all the wonderful memories you two made together. Huge hugs.

  11. Our deepest condolences to Brian and to the extended family. Francoise was a kind and generous soul who will be greatly missed by all her knew her. Sending our love at this difficult time. Jim Wright and Donna Thomson.

  12. There are no words to adequately express how truly sorry I am for your loss. Hug your memories of your beautiful wife.Sending my love and prayers, Edie

  13. Dear Brian,
    It is with a sense of disbelief that we heard of Françoise passing. I especially got to know her in the Jolly Folks Choir where her sopranic voice was so rich and beautiful. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss as we send our deepest condolences.

  14. Brian, Josee and I extend our deepest condolences. As everyone knows who met Francoise she was special in so many ways. We always enjoyed seeing both of you. You are in our thoughts and payers.

  15. Dear Brian, I extend to you my sincerest condolences on the loss of your dear wife. Her obituary indicates you had a wonderful life together. May all those great memories remain with you always. I was very happy I had the opportunity to see you with your sister, Berthe, last year when we recalled many memories of our younger years in Halifax when our family lived in your parents’ rental house. Take care Brian, my prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

  16. My condolences to you Brian and the Plourde sibblings Huguette, Alyre and Francois!
    Our thoughts and Prayers are with you in this difficult time!
    Hold on to the memories of Francoise!
    May She Rest In Peace!

  17. Dear Brian,
    Our most deepest sympathies following the loss of your beloved Françoise.
    She always lit up a room with her infectious laugh, sharp humour and personality.
    She will truly be missed by all who knew her.
    Love,
    Dorine and Susan

  18. Dear Brian, my heart goes out to you. My deepest sympathies.

  19. Dear Brian,
    We feel truly blessed for the time we had with Françoise. Though short, she made such an impact on our lives with her wisdom, charm, and infectious humour. We will always cherish our final walk around her garden, which she so clearly put her whole heart and soul into cultivating, just as she did with every other aspect of her life. I know each time we meet to eat, laugh, and cry together, she will be right there with us. You have a heavy weight on your shoulders now, but we are both here with you to help lift it in any way we can.
    Love,
    Cloe & Vivien

  20. David and I are so very saddened at this news. Francoise was always a beacon of light, a gentle spirit and a lovely person to know.
    We are grateful for the time spent with her. Sending our love and prayers.

  21. Dear Brian and Family,

    It is with sadness that we learned this morning the sad news of Francoise’s passing.

    Our sincere condolences to you Brian and all the family.

    I will always remember Francoise’s smile and teasing humour!

    May those found memories be with all of you during this difficult time.

    Bob & Carolyn

  22. Dear Brian

    So very sorry to hear about your beautiful wife.
    Thinking about you and honouring the wonderful life you and Francoise built together. We are holding you close in our thoughts and in our prayers. Sending you love and strength as you navigate this difficult transition.

    Love,
    Danette & Jason

  23. Brian, so very sorry to hear about Francois’s, the love of your life. Sending you love and wishing you happy memories, and the strength to get through these difficult times. Reach out to family and friends if it becomes too difficult.

  24. Brian, Francoise was always a delight to be around. Her smile and humour could light up a room. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My most sincere condolences to you, your family and hers.

  25. My heart reaches out to you, Brian, upon hearing the news of your wonderful Françoise. Une vrai taquineuse de bon cœur. I can only imagine the depth of your loss. Lil and I have been so fortunate to have known Françoise and , like you, will reflect on the warm memories that have anchored themselves in our hearts and thoughts.

  26. Dear Brian,
    We are, Zoli and I, shocked and deeply saddened to hear about Françoise’s passing. We can’t imagine how difficult this must be for you. It seems like yesterday we shared a wonderful evening together. She will be missed. Please know that you are in our thoughts during this incredibly painful time.
    Our sincerest condolences
    Zoltan and Annie

  27. So very sorry to hear of Françoise passing Brian.
    We have fond memories of our lovely evening with you, Françoise, Sheila & Austin and the many laughs we shared.
    Françoise certainly was a kind soul & knew how to make you feel at home.
    Our sincere condolences.
    May Françoise Rest In Peace.

  28. Brian, we are so sorry for the loss of your cherished Francoise. She brought kindness, caring and so much generosity to all of us. She has touched so many with her soft and kind ways and left her touch on so many of us. May her memory carry all of us through difficult times and help us to accept others for their value in our lives. You were blessed to have her to share your life with and may all those memories carry you through this difficult loss. May she rest in Peace now.

  29. Brian, I am shocked and sad to hear about Frandoise passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beautiful wife. Thinking of you and wishing you comfort and peace in this time.

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