The family announces with great sorrow her passing in Sudbury, Saturday, January 27, 2018 at the age of 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Ovila Gareau. Daughter of the late Joseph and the late Delia (née Blais) Gauthier. Loving mother of Suzanne Gareau, Hélène Piper (Terry), Normand (Marion), Rick (Faye), Lynn Gareau and Lorie Craig. Dear sister of Hélène Aitken (late Rolly), Lucien (Claudette), Victor (Kati), Pierrette Lemieux (Jean-Yves) and Richard (Kathy). Predeceased by her sister Hugette Hopkin (late Ted). Cherished grandmother of Shane (Jennifer), Troy, Mathew (Mariah), Jessica (Ashley), Justin (Aaron), Gavin, Lauren, Eric (Shannon), Josée (Jérémy), Christine (Taylor) and great-grandmother to Carter, Alexis, Liam, Ayla and Chloe. Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. The family will receive relatives and friends at the COOPERATIVE FUNERAL HOME, 222 Lasalle Blvd, Sudbury on Wednesday, January 31st, 2018 from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Donations (by cheque only) to the Neo Kids Sudbury are appreciated.