Rita Emma L’Heureux
Great sadness surrounds our family with the passing of our dear sweet mother Rita Emma L’Heureux, who departed this life on Friday, May 1, 2026 in Edmonton, Alberta, at the age of 94.
Born on Sunday, April 24, 1932, in the close-knit French village of Legal, Alberta, Rita spent the younger years of her life living on a family farm with her parents, four siblings and numerous other extended family members and friends living in the same community. It resulted in the close connection she had with her family during her lifetime.
As a dedicated and self-employed individual, Rita thrived in her entrepreneurial endeavors, touching lives along the way in an impressionable way. Always generous and community minded, her contribution as a business owner helped to support and influence many small Alberta communities that she lived in with her husband and family over her working years.
After a lifetime of all consuming duties as a business owner, Rita enjoyed a long retirement giving her time for traveling to sunny locations, spending more time with her family and friends and becoming more involved with charitable pursuits. In retirement, as in her working life, Rita continued to make positive contributions in the communities she lived in. Rita and her sisters, fondly referred to as the ‘Dollies’ by their children, shared an enviable bond and were quite often seen at the casino together enjoying a good time.
Rita was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Alfred and Emma Garneau; her husband of 49 years, Camille L’Heureux; her brother Armand Garneau and sister Cecile Berube, as well as numerous beloved sister and brother in-laws, nieces and nephews. Their memory remained close to her heart until her final days.
The legacy continues with her children, Lillian (Norman) Street , Lorraine (Wayne) Marks and Monique (Davie) L’Heureux; her grandchildren, Cale (Sacha) Street, Angele (Declan) Mitchell, Christine Colbourne, Melissa (Daniel) Poulin and Brenden Christenson; as well as her sisters Marie Rose Hellec and Leah Berube, and sisters in-law Lucienne Garneau, Rosemary L’Heureux and brother in-law Daniel L’Heureux; 16 great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter.
Mass of Christian Burial
Saturday, May 9th, 2026, 11:00AM
St. Vital Catholic Parish
4905 – 50 St, Beaumont, Alberta
Eulogy will be shared prior to the Mass. Please be seated by 10:45 AM
In lieu of flowers, those who wish to honor Rita’s memory may consider making a donation to The Mustard Seed, reflecting her spirit of generosity and commitment to community.
A lovely tribute to a well loved woman of many roles. My heart aches for you and all your family as you begin to adjust to your new normal of life without your Mom. I pray that the Lord will walk beside you and comfort you with His healing touch. Sending much 💕💕💕
Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to the family. She was a tiny but grand lady.
We are very saddened to hear of Rita’s passing, Rita was a loving and compassionate lady. I would like to offer our condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Lil, Lorraine, Monique and family. Wishing you peace and comfort as you honor your Mom’s incredible journey on earth. She was so special, such a petite lady with so much zest and influence. I know you will miss her but heaven was ready for her. I bet there was a party to greet her. It will be so grand to see her there. I’m sorry I cannot make it to Edmonton for the funeral, my heart and prayers will be with you. Take care love Susanne
Lily, Norm and family
Your Mom used the power of her life to touch not just your family but all the communities she passed through and connections she made.
May her legacy of character and faith continue to impact the many lives she touched.
A life well lived and loved 💕
Rest in peace !