Passed away peacefully with family by her side at the age of 78 at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie, ON.
Rachel is predeceased by her parents Dieudonné Lavoie and Gilberte Trudeau of Sudbury, ON.
Rachel leaves behind her beloved children, Daniel Sauvé and Josée Sauvé (Marc)
Cherished grandmother to Tiffany, Zakary, Brendan and Jenelle, and great grandmother to Audrey. She will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and all her wonderful friends.
Rachel also leaves behind her siblings Richard (late Marie), Pauline (Bernie), Roger, Gisèle and is predeceased by Marcel.
Throughout her career, she served as an invaluable office manager/secretary at Chelmsford Valley District Composite School, she also volunteered at Gilda’s Club, where she extended her heart to those in need. Her commitment shone through in her volunteer work crafting milk bag mats, providing comfort to those in need, and creating fidget blankets.
Rachel expressed her creativity through gardening, sewing, and reading, but her most cherished joys were spending precious moments with her grandchildren.
A special thank you to the team at RVRHC and the team at Hospice Simcoe.
In memory of Rachel, donations can be made to Gilda’s Club https://gildasclubsimcoemuskoka.org/donate/
nabaa sukar
Posted on: Tuesday, October 3, 2023What an incredible woman. May her soul rest in peace❤️
Leandro and Louisette Volpini
Posted on: Tuesday, October 3, 2023We are so saddened to hear of Rachel’s passing. We shared many wonderful years and beautiful memories working together at Chelmsford Valley District Composite School. As head secretary and office supervisor, Rachel was the pivotal person in keeping the office running smoothly and efficiently and her standards for any work coming out of her office was always a class act. Our close friendship went beyond the school with our many outings together at Cambrian Fitness and our continued contact when she moved to Barrie after her retirement. We will miss Rachel but the many fond memories will live on. Our deepest condolences to Josee, Daniel and all of Rachel’s family. Our love. Leandro and Louisette Volpini
Diane Toulouse
Posted on: Wednesday, October 4, 2023Our most heart felt condolences to the family for the lost of this beautiful woman often referred to as an angel by her grandchildren Tiffany and Zakary. May she rest in peace and May the family cherish her memories forever 🙏💕.
Doha Soliman
Posted on: Wednesday, October 4, 2023My sincere condolences. She left a beautiful legacy and will be missed by many. May she rest in peace.
Pauline Bonneville
Posted on: Wednesday, October 4, 2023Dear Josée, Daniel, Toots & family,
I was heartbroken to hear of Rachel’s passing. She was a wonderful friend and I have so many great memories of our childhood &later reconnecting in our adult life. She was a very kind & thoughtful person. A life beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered & I will never forget you dear Rachel.
May God grant you eternal rest & strength to those who loved you as they deal with your passing.
Joan Winter
Posted on: Friday, October 6, 2023It’s with heartfelt sadness that I offer my condolences to Rachel’s family and especially Josee and Daniel and her grandchildren along with her great grand child. She was a dear friend to me and she was there when I needed her during my own year of illnesses. We did have a lot of fun together and enjoyed each others company. I will miss her greatly, but I know that she is in heaven with the angels. Rest in peace, Rachel. I will always remember you and cherish our times together. With love Joan
Beverley Brownrigg
Posted on: Saturday, October 7, 2023Dear Toots (Gisèle), Dan, Josée and families,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious Rachel.
Having had the chance to meet her it was easy to realize she was a very kind and benevolent lady.
She will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched.
Bev and Rick
Cara Dyke
Posted on: Wednesday, October 11, 2023Rachel was so generous with her time and ideas. She’s always thinking of ways to give back to her community. Her enthusiasm, support, and willingness to give is infectious. I will miss you, Rachel. You’re one of the first volunteers who welcomed me. My condolences to the family.