Monique Mercier

MERCIER, Monique (nee Galarneau) - It is with deep sorrow and broken hearts we announce the passing of Monique at the Hamilton General Hospital on Monday June 17, 2024 at the age of 78. Beloved wife and best friend of Leo of 54 years. Cherished mother of Steve (Jennifer) Mercier and Carl (Manon) Mercier. Loving grandmother of Jordan, Jeremy (Kayla Parent) and Adrien Mercier.  Monique is survived by her sisters Aline (Claude Beaudry), Ginette (Clement Labrecque), Marie-France (Andre Levesque), brother Raymond Galarneau, sister-in-law Lorraine Emard, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her parents, Adrien and Fernande (nee Germain) Galarneau, siblings Rejean Galarneau and Helene (Daniel Gauvreau). Monique and Leo shared what people would describe as a perfect marriage, they were an example of what a marriage should be; loving, caring and devoted. For Monique, her family was her greatest treasure. Her children describe her as gentle, kind, generous, funny, she loved to laugh and was the most loving, amazing, perfect mother - she would do anything for them. Monique was a lover of music and was one of Celine Dion's biggest fans. As well, she was proud of her French heritage and was an amazing cook -  among her specialties were her tartes au sucre, tourtieres and crepes, a testament to her heritage. Cremation has taken place. Friends are invited to join the family at the PATTERSON FUNERAL HOME, 6062 Main St. Niagara Falls, visiting Friday July 5, 2024 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday July 6, 2024 at 10:30 am at St. Antoine de Padoue Church, Niagara Falls. The Rite of Committal will follow at Fairview Mausoleum. In memory of Monique, memorial contributions may be made to Heart Niagara, and would be appreciated. Online condolences at pattersonfuneralhome.com