Josée Nadeau Devoua

It is with great sadness that the family of Josée Nadeau Devoua announce that her wonderful jazz vocals went silent with her passing on Monday, December 2nd, at the age of 53.

Josée’s music, her talent, courage, sense of humour and intelligence have left an indelible mark on everyone who crossed paths with her during her life.

She will be lovingly remembered by her mother Madeleine Labrosse, her father Gaëtan Nadeau, sister Chantal (David), her niece Chloé (Jérémie), many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and her faithful dog Suki.

Josée chose this time to leave us after many years of suffering. But before making her final exit, she found the strength to share the story of her difficult journey for an upcoming television documentary.

She hopes her story will relieve the isolation of others who suffer from debilitating chronic illness, and prompt further discussion of the issues surrounding medically assisted dying. For her loved ones, this final gift to society relieves at least some of the pain of her departure.

Josée left us on her own terms, with dignity.

According to her wishes there will be no funeral or gathering.

Josée will be laid to rest at the Jardins du Souvenir in Gatineau.

Source: eNews Harp, December 2024