Roseanne Desmarais
On Friday, September 17, 2010 Roseanne Desmarais passed away unexpectedly at Hope, BC at the age of 35 years. She is survived by her daughter Sarah Wade of Kamloops, her mother Anita of Pritchard, her brother Daniel Blackburn and her sisters Marietta Blackburn and Saunya Lorimer.
She will be sadly missed and forever loved by all who knew her.
A Celebration of her life will be held on Monday, September 27, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. in the Schoening Funeral Chapel, 513 Seymour Street.
Donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice or a Trust Fund will be established for her daughter Sarah, for information please contact, Anita Blackburn, Box 152, Pritchard, BC V0E 1P0.
To the families of Roseanne my deepest condolences. I went to Haldane Elementary School with Roseanne and will always remember her for her super competitive spirit – there were many a race we ran against each other and she was always a force to be reckoned with. The same holds true for years later and her desire and determination in her body building. I would see her every so often at the gym and enjoyed a casual conversation with her. She had a great smile and great confidence and will be sadly missed. Our prayers are with you though this difficult time. ~ Aleece Laird (Dopp)
To the family, friends and loved ones of Roseanne. I am so saddened by the loss of your cherished one. I went to elementary school with Roseanne and had the pleasure of watching her flourish into an amazing woman and competitive spirit when it came to fitness. I can only imagine the pain that you are dealing with right now and want you to know that Roseanne will be in my prayers, as will all of you. ~Kimberlee Baggio~ (Haber)
I’m so very sorry for your loss, so young and vibrant! I met Roseanne at overlander extended care, we worked together periodically, she was a very quiet keep to yourself kinda gal. I also seen her in the gym on occasion,(for me, lol!) and I thought to myself , what dedication! I bet she’s a wonderful mother too! Just saw her interacting with her daughter one day and it was real sweet! She is someone I wish I had known a little better, and I’m really sad for everyone that really knew her! Again I’m so very sorry, may god be with you now, and forever .Gail Smith(colleague).
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Roseanne. Roseanne was a lovely woman who inspired us to eat right and stay fit. She will be missed.
Carmen and the ladies
How sad I was to read of Roseanne’s death this week. I went to school with Roseanne in Chase and although I didn’t know her well, have followed her success in the paper. My prayers and thoughts are with her daughter and family at this difficult time.
I remember Roseanne as a little girl running around our neighborhood in Pritchard. My sincere sympathy to Anita, her granmother Marie and all the family. My prayers and thoughts are with you
What an unpleasant surprise, to hear this news. I went to Haldane Elementary with Roseanne. Many years have passed since then, but I clearly remember how much I enjoyed her friendliness, especially one year when her desk was right across the aisle from mine. My sincerest condolences to her family.
Dear Family we were all grieved to here of such a lovely lady leaving us so soon. It was our absolute priveldge to have time with Roseanne, losts of sharing, caring and many laughs she was such a pleasure to be around. She was always very quick to come along side someone else and encourage them, care for them and of course try to inspire them to exercise and good health. I am so thankful for the many conversations we shared. Please know your family is prayed for and held with kindest regards.
I send my wishes to all whom had there lives touched by Roseanne as I am sure she touched your life in a positive way, as she did mine.
We first met at a FemSport competition and she couldn’t stand me because she viewed me as her main competition. She finally showed me her softer side and I am not sure if it was because I beat her in the tug of war or if it was because I had to drop out of the competition after breaking my big toe! lol At any rate we became friends and shared the same lifestyle of bodybuilding and competitions.
Her spirit never ceased to amaze me and I am honored to have had her part of my life. It has taken me quite a while to write anything because I have had a hard time knowing and understanding just how hard this affected me.
May you rest in peace Roseanne having no more of the bad in this world hurting you and know that you are missed.
May all of Rosanne’s family move forward from this with love in their hearts and lives filled with happiness.