Obituary of Irene La Rochell

Irene La Rochelle 1917 - 2016 Irene La Rochelle passed away peacefully at the age of 99 on Thursday, November 17th, 2016 at Ivy House in Invermere, BC where she spent her final days. Irene's parents Francois and Regina Ethier welcomed Irene November 14th, 1917 in Webb, Saskatchewan. They moved to Falher, AB when Irene was a young girl, where they soon welcomed Irene's 2 sisters Laura and Simone. Irene graduated and became a teacher, working in a mission when she met her husband Joseph La Rochelle. Joe and Irene were married in Falher in 1940. During their 66 years of marriage they moved from Falher to Mudd Creek near Canal Flats, BC, Where they welcomed their only son Dennis in 1944. In 1947 they moved to the small community of Edgewater, BC where they planted their roots working and living until Joe passed away in 2006 at the age of 93. In 2007 Irene moved to Columbia Gardens in Invermere, BC. There she enjoyed many visitors, and the wonderful activities that the Columbia Garden Village provided. Irene was known for her kindness and involvement, she was a school secretary until 1987. She was also instrumental in getting the Credit Union in Edgewater. Irene had friends of every age and every walk of life. She was also known for her incredible memory of people who touched her life in anyway; be it music, teaching, friendships or the many organizations she belonged to. Irene was predeceased by her parents, sisters, husband and son. Irene will be dearly missed by the Goodwin Family, especially her godchildren Ross and Greg, as well as her extended family many nieces and nephews, all those who have cared for her, and those who have had the pleasure of being a part of her life. There will be a service for Irene on Saturday, November 26th, 2016 at 11:00 am at St. Joseph's Mission Catholic Church in Radium Hot Springs. A graveside will follow at the Edgewater Cemetery followed by a memorial tea at the Edgewater Community Hall. Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service. Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com