Obituary of Yolande Simbirski

Passed away peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Friday, February 2, 2024 at the age of 84 years. Beloved wife and best friend of Bill for over 60 years. Cherished mother of Shawn (Maria), Don (Cheryl), Al (Jennifer) and Lisa (James). Proud grandmother of Brian (Eva), Jeremie (Ciara), Shannon (Kyle), Alicia, Jonathan, Emma, Cherish and Zoe. Predeceased by her parents Laurent and Alice Daigle. Survived by her siblings Nectaire (Patricia), Laurent (Dianne) and Reginald all of St. Louis, New Brunswick, which is where Yolande was born and predeceased by Alderic, Nectaire, Gerard, Mina, Bernadette, Laurette, Aggie, Paulo, Tilmon, Rheal and Ann.

A private family service has been held. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society of Sault Ste. Marie would be greatly appreciated by the family.

Special thanks to Bayshore PSWs Sarah, Courtney, Britney and others who looked after Yolande. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Stacy Tkachyk at Superior Health Clinic and to the doctors, nurses at the Sault Area Hospital for their care and compassion. Thank you to the Alzheimer’s ladies Valarie and Jamie and all others for the help and guidance you provided. Arrangements entrusted to Northwood Funeral Home Cremation and Reception Centre (942 Great Northern Rd, 705-945-7758).