TRUDEAU, Ida Rose "Waabningzhiinhs" (nee Recollet) - Passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at the age of 80.
Predeceased by her partner Emile Corbiere of 46 years. Loving mother of Linda Recollet (late Peter Mandamin), late Derrick Trudeau, and Wanda Trudeau. Adored grandma Rosie to 20 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Special grandma to William and Levi. Special godmother to Arthur Manitowabi, Leslie Recollet, and Ann Aiabens all of Wikwemikong. Predeceased by her parents Christine and Ralph Recollet. Sister of late Grace Recollet, John Recollet (late Sheila), Leona Nahwegahbow (Adam), late Frederick (Viola), and late Josephine Manitowabi (Eugene). Special auntie to the late Doris Recollet. Rose will be sadly missed by her fur baby Zidenhs.
She was enriched with her culture and language. She was proud to have been blessed a large family whom included 4 First Nation Chiefs. Rose passed on her knowledge to numerous students young and old. She was retired from the Catholic Elementary School Board. She shared her knowledge of culture and language in the Sault Ste. Marie and surrounding areas and along the North shore. Rose loved to spend time with her family, camping, fishing, and cooking on Birch Island. Auntie Rosie always had coffee and tea on to offer us on our visits and could always put together a big pot of hot soup and scone for all to enjoy, she always had a story to share that brought lots of laughter to us all. Many times you could hear her and Derrick's love of country music in their home. Rose was a well respected Elder and language keeper in many communities such as Batchewana First Nation, Garden River, Thessalon First Nation, Baraga, Michigan, Peshawbe Town, Petoskey, Bay Mills, Michigan, and her original home of Wikwemikong. She is reunited with Emile and her son, and many more family, who are embracing her and welcoming her to the Spirit world.
Family and friends are invited to the Garden River Community Centre (7 Shingwauk Street, Garden River) on Friday, December 15, 2023 at 2 pm until Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 2 pm. A Traditional farewell service will take place at 2 pm with Cheyenne Kitchikake. Feast to follow the service at the Community Centre. Cremation will take place. A Celebration of Life will take place in Wikwemikong at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions payable by cheque or online to Crohn's and Colitis Canada would be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to the Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. E. 705-759-2522). Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be offered at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the Trudeau family.