Rose Marie Anne Cloutier

(nee Glover)

August 16, 1925 - August 25, 2016

Our dear mother passed away peacefully on the morning of Thursday, August 25, 2016. Marie was born in Jasper, and was raised in Calgary, Alberta. She was predeceased by her parents, Thomas and Mary Glover (nee Beck), her husband John (2003), and her son Paul (2015). Marie is survived by her children Thomas (Merry), Marianne (Alan) and Jacqueline (Michael) as well as her eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Marie is also survived by her extensive extended family and close friends, who were all an important part of her life. 'Auntie Marie' will be missed by many. Marie was 1 of 5 women in the 1949 first graduating class of the U.B.C. Faculty of Pharmacy, and had a successful career as a pharmacist for 35 years, retiring in 1993. Marie was an active member within her sorority, maintaining friendships throughout her life. While attending U.B.C., Marie met and married classmate John Cloutier in 1950, and they were blessed to celebrate 52 years together. They lovingly raised 4 children. Following the birth of their youngest child Paul, Marie and John became active members of BACI (Burnaby Association for Community Inclusion). In 2003 Marie was honoured, and awarded a Lifetime Membership with the Association, which was so near and dear to her heart. Marie was a world-wide traveller throughout her life - via trains, planes, automobile, and cruise ships. Marie was a Charleston Dancer, Bridge Player, an avid Curler, and Pitch-and Putter. She also enjoyed many lunches and events with her friends from the Red Hat Society. Our Mother had great Faith, a sweet personality, a love for music, and a beautiful smile! We were so blessed to have such a wonderful, nurturing, and inspirational mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Thank you to the care- givers at New Vista, and the staff at Rideau Manor, for the kind care you gave to our Mom. We welcome you to a Celebration of Life for our 'Sweet Marie'. A Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Cross Parish, 1450 Delta Ave. Burnaby, on Friday, September 9, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. A viewing will be available prior to the Mass. Fr. Maciej Wos officiating. Following the mass, a reception will be held at Bell & Burnaby Funeral Home & Chapel, 4276 Hastings St. Burnaby. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Marie Cloutier can be made to BACI, 2702 Norland Ave, Burnaby, BC, V5B 3A6.