Born on December 22, 1935, Rhea was a native of Richibouctou-Village, NB. Though she loved her hometown, Rhea settled down in California with her husband Alyre, where they created a life together. Rhea was retired from Coast Envelope. Traveling was in her blood and she spent many years flying with her husband coast to coast visiting relatives. She was always good at keeping in touch with family no matter the distance. What a wonder she was… beautiful, kind, the epitome of a great Lady. So graceful and will always be remembered for her exquisite voice. You were mesmerized with her presence… she always made you feel special. How lucky we are to have had the privilege of knowing her. The distance can be a barrier… Rhea always seemed to find time to spend with her siblings all over Canada and the US. She made an impact on everyone that had the pleasure of her gracious presence. She was an exceptional and gentle soul, and will be missed dearly by many. Her poise and welcoming demeanor always put people at ease. We are so blessed to have had Rhea in our lives. Lucky us!
Rhea leaves behind her sister, Marie-Jeanne Caissie of Richibouctou-Village, NB, sisters-in-law Ida Boucher of Richibouctou NB, Claudette Boucher of MA, Marie-Paule Black (David) from MA, her brother-in-law Alcide LeBlanc (Anne-Marie) of Moncton NB and several nieces and nephews. Rhea was predeceased by her father, Livain Boucher and her mother Edmee Allain, both from Richibouctou-Village, her beloved husband Alyre LeBlanc… always the comic, her sisters Germaine Richard of Sudbury, Ont, Martha Babineau of Moncton, Laurette Collette of Sudbury, Ont, brothers Gerald, Ernest, Vincent and Edouard (who passed away as an infant), sisters-in-law Elda, Jeanne, Bernadette and brothers-in-law Leonard, Emile and Ernest.
Rhea and her husband’s ashes will be buried at All Souls cemetery in Long Beach, CA. In respect of her wishes, there will be no funeral service.
Many thanks to Rhea’s nephew Paul LeBlanc for providing her with support over the last few years & especially during her illness as well as her caregivers and past neighbors Renee & Jim who were previously there for her during times of need.
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