It is with heartfelt sorrow that the family of Catherine "Kay" Beaudoin announce her passing on May 2, 2025, at the age of 87 with her loving family by her side.
Kay was predeceased by her husband Andy Sr., son Andy, granddaughter Katie and grandson Johnny Dumas; her parents George and Jessie McKenna (nee Tait) and her lifelong friend Mary Gerber. As well as many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
Kay is survived by her devoted daughters Susanne (Barry) Dumas and Tiffaney (Pierre) McLean, her daughter-in-law Kim, her cherished grandchildren Christian, Leanza, Christina, Jacqui and Danielle (Shayn Seguin), and her precious great-grandsons Wesley and little Andy. Also left to mourn her are her sister Janette Dodge, nieces April Dodge Krohmalnik and Corina Lacarte and their families, her granddaughter-in-law Christina Fortier, and numerous other nieces and nephews. She will also be missed by her longtime friend Joan Hodgins.
The family would like to thank Dr. Ek, and Treva from Closing the Gap for the exceptional care provided and, compassion shown to their mum. Additionally, the family would like to thank the staff at the Teck Pioneer Residence for the kindness shown to their mum during the last year of her life. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Neil Retty from Medigas, for his exemplary work ethic in ensuring our mum’s oxygen requirements were met.
Kay will be laid to rest in the family plot at the Kirkland Lake Cemetery
Visitation:
Timiskaming Funeral Cooperative
French Family Chapel (111 Burnside Drive, Kirkland Lake)
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, between 7-9 PM
Catholic Funeral Service:
Paroisse Assomption (50 Kirkpatrick Street, Kirkland Lake)
Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM followed by a reception in the Assomption Hall.
In lieu of flowers,
Memorial donations may be made to:
Crohn’s and Colitis Canada
https://crohnsandcolitis.ca
Advocates for Northern Animals
https://anapetrescue.com
Our heart is breaking for you! Your Mom was a kind, caring and strong lady! Although it’s incredibly hard to say goodbye, it’s comforting to know she is back with Uncle Andy, Andy, Katie and Johnny. You’re in our prayers and thoughts! Hugs!!!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Your Mom will always hold a special place in my heart. I loved spending time with your family growing up and will cherish those wonderful memories. Kay you will be missed.
Thinking of you at this very difficult time.
With our deepest sympathies to you and your family members. May your Mother, Grandmother, and loved one rest in peace with her loving family members who have predeceased her.
I am sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.
Sending the deepest condolences to the whole Beaudoin family. I have known Kay since I was a young girl and have many fond memories. May she rest in paradise back with those waiting for her. I am sure there is a party in Heaven.
My sincere condolences to you all, at this difficult time. Kay was one of a kind and will surely be missed. Cherish your memories of her.
My deepest condolence to all the Family members she was a great Lady .My prayers are with you ️
I am so sorry for the loss of your mom, mil, sister. She was quite the lady, known for her long nails, blond hair and always with her sister. I always received a Christmas card from her, until the last couple of years. I'm sure that Andy Sr. was there waiting for her, along with Andy, Katie & Johnny. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Condolences to the Family of Kay, I have known her many years, one tough broad she was and in the last year at TPR, she eat along side my Bro Sonny, talking about Chaput Hughes. It was so sad to watch her suffer these past months...she is at rest now RIP Kay
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom/ mother in law
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time
I am so sorry to hear of your mother in law’s passing. I hope good memories will bring comfort.
I am so sorry to read of the passing of your mother. My deepest condolences
Sylvia Fenton
I got to know Kay when mom worked at high school with Janette (Condolences)and we'd bump into them while shopping. Then I found out she was Andy Jr's mom and grandmother to Katie. She always had something funny to talk about. Hope she's at peace now
Sending you all our sincere condolences at the loss of Kay at this difficult time.
May she rest in peace.
My heartfelt sympathy in your time of sorrow. May Kay rest in peace.
Ellen
Paul and I are so very sorry to learn of the loss of your Mom. Sending love and hugs to all of you, we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Please know your Family is in my thoughts and prayers, I have wonderful memories of your dear Mother and Family, We will see our loved ones again and they won't be in pain anymore, I am truly sorry for your loss and I send my sincere condolences to you all, Love always your Friend, Joy McInnes, XOX
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. She will certainly be missed at TPR. Mom so enjoyed spending time with her and enjoyed their daily chats at the dinner table. Mom was tremendously sad to have heard the news of her passing and hopes that someone will take good care of her black cat… these were mom’s words…Sending our sincere condolences to the entire families. May « Kay » RIP.
We were saddened to hear of Kay’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Condolences to the entire family.
Please accept my sincere condolences in the passing of your beloved Mother. May she Rest in Peace.
