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Yvonne Yvette Guay (nee Gauthier) passed away on May 9th, 2025 at Hanover District Hospital surrounded by family in her 83rd year. She was welcomed home by her late husband, Jean-Claude Guay.
Yvonne was born on September 11th, 1942, in St. Elizabeth, Manitoba, and was the daughter of the late Albeni and Cecile Gauthier. She married the love of her life on June 24th, 1961 and were together for 58 years before Jean-Claude passed away on May 7th, 2019. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who was very proud of her family and all of their accomplishments. Yvonne was very artistic and creative through her work with ceramics, painting and quilting. She enjoyed spending time outside, especially camping. Yvonne was devoted to helping others and serving God as a Personal Support Worker, volunteer at Holy Family Catholic Church in Hanover, Catholic Women's League, Day Away and as a cook.
She is loved and remembered by her children Marc (Louise) Guay of Cambridge, Rene (Norma) Guay of Pickering, Nicole (Brent) McDougall of Tillsonburg, and Levis (Melanie) Guay of Barrie. Yvonne was a special Memere to her grandchildren Stephanie (Alex) Ladd, Keara (Gonzo) Guay, Isaac (Emma) Guay, Alex Evergreen, Jordan Guay, Grace (Frank) Zacharias, Nathaniel Guay, Jess McDougall and her great-granddaughter Liliana Ladd. She will be fondly remembered by her brother Marcel (Sharon) Gauthier, her brother Rene Gauthier, her sister Annette Vermette, sister Florence (George) Tardiff, sister Dianne (Terry) Palmer, sister Elizabeth (James), brother Gord, brother David, and her many dear friends, family and extended family. She was predeceased by sister Jeanne (Roland) Ross, brother-in-law Roger Vermette, and sister-in-law Gisele Gauthier.
The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the PSW homecare team, Sprucewood Retirement Home and Yvonne's Healthcare team at Hanover District Hospital. Dr. Kuipers, the nurses and PSWs went above and beyond to ensure she received the best care possible. Additionally, the family would like to thank Shirley for everything she has done for Yvonne and the family over the past few years.
Visitation will be at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 5:30pm - 8:00pm. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025 at 11 am, at Holy Family Church, Hanover. Father Romalito Guillen officiating. Interment to follow at Holy Family Cemetery, Hanover.
Memorial donations to the Hanover & District Hospital Foundation or Holy Family Church expansion would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
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Condolences. Yvonne was a senior PSW For the Red Cross,who helped out withh the younger PSW'S. Many years I think about 20? Think of her often still.
- CAROLYN R ALLENMy deepest condolences to your family in the loss of a very dear friend. Bob and I spend many happy times with your mom and dad.
- Pat FlettCondolences to Yvonne's family! It's been such a pleasure knowing Yvonne, we had many laughs and heartwarming conversations over the years. She would love to talk about her family…especially all her grandchildren…whom she was so proud of!!
I will miss doing her hair, she was a favourite client!
Rest peacefully Yvonne!
Beth
Condolences to Yvonne's family! It's been such a pleasure knowing Yvonne, we had many laughs and heartwarming conversations over the years. She would love to talk about her family…especially all her grandchildren…whom she was so proud of!!
I will miss doing her hair, she was a favourite client!
Rest peacefully Yvonne!
Beth
Condolences to Yvonne's family! It's been such a pleasure knowing Yvonne, we had many laughs and heartwarming conversations over the years. She would love to talk about her family…especially all her grandchildren…whom she was so proud of!!
I will miss doing her hair, she was a favourite client!
Rest peacefully Yvonne!
Beth
Sorry to hear of Yvonne's passing. She will be hand in hand with Jean-Claude again. I know how much she missed him. R.I.P Yvonne. We will all miss her beautiful smile at Holy Family Church.
- Wilfried & Nancy BoerkampTo the Guay family,
We were so saddened to hear of Yvonne's passing. We hope your memories will remain strong. She was a beautiful woman with a kind heart. We are sending love and hugs to each one of you.
Mairead and Ron
Amanda and Adam
Brad and Steve
Our Deepest Condolences to Rene, Norma, Keara and Isaac...
and all the Guay and Gauthier families
You will miss her smile, her laughter, her voice; and will recall her face many moments before this pain of grief passes. Treasure the many memories you all have of your dear Mom/Grandma; she was a lovely woman.
With Sympathy, Brenda, and Brian Blair and family.
Her Journey's Just Begun
Don't think of her as gone away, her journey's just begun Life holds so many facets, this earth is only one.
Just think of her as resting from the sorrows and the tears In a place of warmth and comfort where there are no days or years.
Think how she must be wishing that we could know today How nothing but our sadness, can really pass away.
And think of her as living in the hearts of those she touched For nothing loved is ever lost and she was loved so much.
Sincere Sympathies and Love - Brenda and Brian Blair and family
Sorry to hear the passing of your mother.Our heart goes out to you all. All the best in the days ahead.
- Mark and Barb NacDonaldWe were very saddened to hear of Yvonne's passing.
Yvonne was a very kind and genuine person, she will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
May the sharing of your many special memories bring you some comfort at this most difficult time.
Sincerest sympathy to the Guay Family from Paul and Barb Sinclair
We send our deepest condolences to the Guay family. We enjoyed our meetings with Jean Claude and Yvonne as they both enjoyed a good laugh and great discussions about life and family. Hold your memories close.
- Brad & Barb LeifsoSo sorry to hear of your mom's passing
She was a kind, loving lady
Thinking of you all Mark, Rene, Levi and Nicole and your families
Lovely lady we got to know through Hanover Knights of Columbus Our prayers and thoughts. to Levi and Melanie and Guay Family
- John and Joan GrubbDoug and I extend our heartfelt sympathy to all Yvonne's family. We knew Yvonne through Holy Family Church and often played cards with her and Jean Claude there on Tuesdays. Doug and I have many fond memories of a shared motor trip we had to Quebec 15 years ago. Yvonne will be missed by all who knew her but most of all her children. When a mother passes it leaves a sadness in our hearts that only God and time will heal. May our Lord be your source of strength and peace during this difficult time.
- Doug and Marie McGilvrayOur heartfelt condolences to the Guay family. May the memories Yvonne left with each of you bring you comfort asyou move forward without her. She was one classy lady.
- Derrick & Wendy FrookOur deepest sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time.
Jim Therrien and Lorraine ( Guay) Young.
It is with a smile that I remember Yvonne. She was always very kind to me and willing to teach me things when I first moved to Winnipeg. Her support and love have stayed with me all my life. May you all have fond memories that you can share with each other at the passing of this lovely lady.
- Marilyn Pearson (Gauthier)Our condolences from our family to yours. She was wonderful, fun giggly easy to be around auntie. Except when we were young, she would just have to speak one word and we all jumped not that we were doing anything wrong lol Great memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Guy Nicole and kids.
- Guy VermettePlease accept our condolences at the passing of Yvonne. She was a wonderful lady and we often had chats together. May she RIP.
- Larry & Dianne Schafer55 years ago, we came to Ontario looking for work and soon became our own Family -through
The good and the bad we were together -mom. will certainly be missed, but will live in Our Hearts Forever💞
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom ( Aunty Yvonne )
She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Emile & Yette
Thinking of you and wishing you moments of comfort and happiness during this time of mourning.
- Michel MenardYvonne was a wonderful person. She was great to talk with and liked sharing her ice cream goodies after working with her in her gardens. She will be missed. Cherish your memories. Bob and Debbie Reed
- Bob and Debbie ReedOur sympathy to the Guay family. We have many great memories of Yvonne as part of our church family and the breakfasts we shared after Sunday mass.
- Doug and Sheila longSo sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. She was a super nice lady. Remember her so cheerful, when your parents moved into our neighborhood, in Paisley.
- Ken & Sandra McDermidSo sorry to hear of Yvonne's passing. She was a wonderful lady. I enjoyed helping with her in the knights of Columbus kitchen in her many volunteer endeavours there
She will be missed
Dorothy and Dan
