It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thérèse Lavigne Patry, on February 15th 2022 at the age of 93.

Thérèse was the daughter of beloved former mayor of Aylmer Wilfrid Lavigne and Régina Cardinal.

Cherished wife of Régent Patry, they enjoyed 63 years of married life! They were inseparable. He was the love of her life.

She was the loving mother of Jacques (Lynda) and Pierre. Loving grandmother of Charles (Sophie) and Amélie (Benjamin). Dear sister of Lise (Sylvain).

Thérèse was an original fashionista, designing a home show place in Ottawa at the Queen Elizabeth Tower’s that became a special place for all guests who were invited. Devoted fan of “The Young & the Restless”. And with her political candidate husband was seen with major Canadian political figure including Prime Ministers Jean Lesage and John Diefenbaker.

She will be greatly missed by family, nephews, nieces whom she affectionately called “mes petites”, relatives and friends. She is at peace in heaven, reunited with loved ones who have gone before.

Her presence will be missed by the extraordinary love she gave children from her entire extended family, that included, Marie-Pierre, Kevin, Samy, Louis, Alexane and Léo. She has touched so many lives in such a meaningful way.

A private funeral service will be held for family and friends in the future.