Obituary of Valerie Elizabeth Paquette

PAQUETTE, Valerie Elizabeth (nee Parish) 

October 29, 1938-May 11,2021 

“There is something about losing a mother that is permanent and inexpressible- a wound that will never quite heal.” Susan Wiggs. 

It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our beloved mother. Valerie passed on the evening of May 11, surrounded by her family. Mother to Judy Citron (Ron), Heddy Durocher (Wayne), John Paquette, Ron Paquette, Wendy Angione, Joe Paquette (Tammy) and the late Donald Paquette (1981), Katherine Paquette (2016) and Allen Paquette (2020)(Rose). Cherished grandmother of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Valerie will also be remembered by Katherine Bickford and her family. She will be remembered as a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. Due to Covid restrictions, a private family service has taken place. In memory of Valerie, donations can be made to the Downtown Mission or the Humane Society.  Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com. Arrangements entrusted to the Windsor Chapel Funeral Home (Central Chapel), 1700 Tecumseh Road East, 519-253-7234.