Pauline Jacques (Knight) of the Town of Goderich. Just 3 weeks shy of her 87th birthday, passed away at Huron Hospice, on April 12th 2023. She battled a long and courageous fight for 2 years. For anyone who knew her will remember herby her smiles and laughter. She never complained about anything, even in her final days, she always greeted us and said she was fine, even though we knew she wasn’t. She was a very caring wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She always put everyone else first before herself. She was an avid bowler for 49 years having bowled on Monday night ladies leagues many years ago and on Wednesday afternoon leagues in the later years, then the covid pandemic shut everything down. She is survived by her husband Gaetan Jacques of 64 years of marriage. Her children Brian, Cathy, Son in law (Rick Harman). Her sisters Beulah Good, Dorothy Squire, Marie Dobie, Brother in law (Gerry Dobie). Predeceased her are siblings, Elmer Mcwhinney, Harold Knight, William (Bill) Knight and Betty Johnston. She was a very loving grandma and Nan to 3 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She was so excited to hear the news of a 7th great-grandchild expected this summer.
As per Paulines wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will take place at a later date.
Interment St. Peters Cemetery. The family would like to say thank you to the following for your care and compassion of Pauline. Dr. Lenehan, Dr. Johnson, the medical staff of the LHSC regional cancer clinic, Dr. Peel and Nurse Practitioner Dan Barsky, Dr. Fitzspatrick of Stratford General, The PSWs from One Care and St. Elizabeths, Palliative care nurse Mellissa and nurse practitioner Kendra, the Nurses on the second floor of the Alexzander Marine and General Hospital and the Medical staff at the Huron Hospice Bender House. Also would like to extend a big Thank you to Pat Healy, Ernie and Patricia Good, Glenna, Sandra, Olive, the Carvers and the many friends of Nelson St. Apts. and area and to her Sisters Marie and Dorothy for the many visits, it always lifted her spirits.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Huron Hospice, Canadian Cancer Society or St. Peters Parish would be gratefully acknowledge by the family.
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Judy Tigert
Our condolences to the family. Pauline and Gaëtan were good friends of my parents Jack and Rita Tigert. They were lovely people who will be missed in our community.
David & Sheila Orr
It is with deepest sympathy we acknowledge Pauline’s passing.
Pauline was a kind, happy person. Our thoughts go out to Gaetan and family.
Sheila Rodger
To Brian, Lisa and the rest of the family. On behalf of my family Ken and myself we wanted to let you all know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.
Sheri Harman
Nana , I hate that our Father has called you back to him cause all of us here still need your hugs and smiles but your time with us has expired and our Father has called you home for bigger adventures so even tho this is good bye for just alittle time I am going to miss ever part of our time we spent together. All the adventures the advice and even the scoldings even tho you hardly got upset with me. (when I was being a brat and we all know you should of). I’ll cherish the moments you had with my Children. (your great grandchildren ) for those moments I am blessed and so are they. Look down and help guide everyone of your great grandbabies (mine and Lisa’s) for you always will be an Angel here on earth with us all and up in Heaven with Him. Until we meet again, Nana I’ll always look up to the sky and wisper how much I miss and love you still. Cherish forever deep in my heart . GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN Your loving Frist Granddaughter, Sheri
Lennis & Marlene Bedard
Dear Gaetan and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Nancy and Junior White
Our sincere sympathy to all of Pauline’s family on her passing. I always enjoyed talking to her when we would meet. She was always smiling. Cherish your memories
Jim & Shelagh McDade
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
Eric & Dianne Drennan
Gaetan and family so sorry to hear of Pauline’s passing. She was a lovely lady! She will be missed.
Judy and John Hickey
Gaetan,Brian,Cathy and family,
Sorry to hear of Pauline’s passing.
Thinking of you all!
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Gaetan and family – each of you are in our special thoughts -with sadness and sympathy.
Pauline – was a beautiful person to know – She will be missed by all who knew her and always remembered.
With prayers – Cecelia and Don
Susan Franken
Brian, Cathy and family. My sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your Sweet Mom.
Barbara Desjardins
It is with sadness I learned of Pauline’s passing. What a beautiful life you had together and I pray the many treasured memories bring you comfort. Sincerely, Barbara Desjardins and Bill Hayden
Aurélie pruneau
to Gaétan ,Brian ,Cathy and the family
our prayer are with you on those sad day
from Cousin Régis Jacques and Aurélie Pruneau
de St-prosper Beauce
lisa brindley
Gaetan my thoughts and prayers are with you. Pauline will be chatting with Ron now Pauline was a wonderful lady, you and her were always a pleasure to serve when you came shopping at Zehrs. Your friend Lisa Brindley.
Pat (Moore) Desjardins
to the family of Pauline
I have known Pauline for many, many years, since she lived in the house where Marie lives now. I grew up on Albert St around the corner. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Becky McIvor
I bowled on the same team as Pauline many years ago. She always was so friendly and welcoming. Even though I was not a very good bowler. RIP Pauline 💕