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Helen Mae (nee Robertson) Lirette

Helen Mae Lirette SACKVILLE, NB - The death of Helen Mae (nee Robertson) Lirette, 77, of Sackville, occurred peacefully at the Sackville Memorial Hospital on Sunday, March 16, 2008. Born in Moncton, Helen was the daughter of the late James and Mildred (McClintock) Robertson. A wonderful mother, wife, and grandmother, Helen enjoyed tending her flower beds, reading, and knitting. Helen was a member of St. Vincent's Roman Catholic Church, Sackville. She was formerly employed with Mount Allison University, retiring in 1994. Married in 1955, she is survived by her husband Eloi Lirette, Sackville; two sons, David (Janet) Saint John, NB and Jeffrey (Jennifer), Moncton; one brother, James; a sister, Betty MacLean of Amherst; and three grandchildren, Katherine, Caroline and Amy. She was predeceased by two brothers, Donald and Jack; and sisters, Freda and Raye. Helen's remains have been entrusted into the care and supervision of Jones Funeral Home (70 Bridge Street, Sackville, 364-1300). Friends and family are welcome to pay their respects at the funeral home on Tuesday, March 18, 2008, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at 11 am from the St. Vincent Roman Catholic Church, Sackville. Father Allison Carroll officiating. Burial in the Sackville Cemetery in the spring. Donations in Helen's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Arthritis Society. www.jonesfuneralhome.ca

 

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