THIBODEAU, ALPHONSE JOSEPH - Passed away at Saint John Regional Hospital on December 21, 2004 at the age of 76, following a battle with cancer. Born in Richibucto Village, NB, he was the son of the late Nicholas and Alma (Maillet) Thibodeau. Joseph lived and was educated in Richibucto Village before moving to Saint John, NB. There he worked for a fertilizing company and Bolson Chair Tavern. In 1968, he moved to Oshawa Ontario. He worked at Lasco Steel and became a member of the United Steel Workers of America Union for 23 years. After his retirement, he moved back to New Brunswick living in St. Pierre for several years before finally residing in Rothesay. Joseph was an avid fisherman and enjoyed camping and travelling with his family. He is survived by his children, Paul and his wife Sharon Thibodeau, Terry Thibodeau, Roseann and her husband Allan Lavigne and Mary Brine, all of Ontario, his sisters Margarette Thibodeau of Richibucto Village and Olive and her husband Leonce Nowlan of St. Anne, and his brother Emile and his wife Theresa Thibodeau of Richibucto Village. He is predeceased by his brother Germain Thibodeau. He will be sadly missed by his many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Resting at St. Antoine de Padou Roman Catholic Church slumber room, Richibouctou- Village with visitation Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9, Friday 9 AM until time of funeral. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Antoine de Padoue Roman Catholic Church on Friday, December 24, 2004 at 11:00 AM. Donations to Saint John General Hospital would be appreciated. Arrangements in care of Thompson's Funeral Home, Richibucto (523-4252) www.thompsonsfuneralhome.com