Beloved wife to her late husband of 64 years, Henry. Loving mother of Stephen (Catherine) and Judith (Peter). Cherished grandmother of William (Stephanie) and James (Kamille). Sister of the late Julie Bernotas, and daughter of parents Emilia and Joseph.
Adele grew up and lived the first half of her life in Montreal, then the family moved to Ottawa. She was many things: a mother, a teacher, an accomplished seamstress, a creative quilter. She also played the piano and loved music, animals, travel, and socializing with her many friends.
Due to pandemic restrictions, only immediate family are able to attend services at McEvoy-Shields Funeral Home on Saturday, May 15, 2021.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
A memorial service will be planned for Adele’s interment at Notre Dame des Neiges Cemetery on the mountain in Montreal later in the year when a larger gathering will be permitted.