Obituaries

Laura Lee Buckmaster (nee La Plante)

May 23, 1947 - August 2, 2022

LAURA LEE BUCKMASTER

(NEE LAPLANTE)

May 23, 1947 – August 2, 2022

 

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Laura Buckmaster on August 2nd, 2022 at the age of 75. Laura passed away at Riverview Health Centre with her children by her side after a courageous battle with metastatic breast cancer.

Laura was predeceased by her parents, Fred and Rita LaPlante; sister-in-law, Gail; and best friend Sandy. She leaves behind her two children, Sean (Marcie) and Samantha (Ryan). Laura is also survived by her brothers, Brian, Howard, and Leonard as well as her nieces Kelly (Terry), Dawn and nephew Jeff.

Mom cherished the memories she made with her friends over the years. Whether it was sharing laughs and drinks or having intimate conversations.  She also liked playing cards, particularly crib, rummy and rummoli.  She enjoyed her time spent out at the cabin in Lac du Bonnet, Poplar Bay, and visits to Lundar beach. Family gatherings meant a lot to mom, and we would all benefit from her Christmas baking with grandma. Mom loved classic movies and a range of music, but Elvis was her number one. It was fitting on her last day with us that she watched an Elvis movie marathon.

Our mother was a kind, caring and giving person who always put the needs of her family before her own. She was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. Through her, we know what resilience and perseverance truly look like. Our mother was a source of inspiration to us, and she will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives she touched.

We would like to thank our Uncle Howard who provided the care she required to remain at home for as long as possible. We would also like to thank the staff at Riverview for their kind support during mom’s brief stay.

At mom’s request, she will be laid to rest at a private gathering at St. Vital Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Grace Hospital Foundation Tree of Life.