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"Always be careful of what you hear about a woman. Rumours either come from a man that can't have her or a woman who can't compete with her." - FB Desayeux

(October 20, 1932 - May 25, 2017) - Died peacefully on May 25, 2017 at the age of 84 years at the North Shore Health Network in Blind River, Ontario. Mother of Charmaine (Alex) of Webbwood, Gloria (Terry) of Victoria Harbour, ON and Roxane (Ron) of Blind River.  Predeceased by her sons Roland (July 25, 2008) and Patrick (March 23, 2009). Dear grandmother to Megan Richer (Chris), Jason Fortin, Terri-Lynn Chiblow (Joshua) and step-grandmother to Evan Redsky.  Great grandchildren include:  Leif & Fenway Eadie, Selena, Shoni & Jalen Carpenter. Daughter of the late Antoine & Gloriana Desayeux of Blind River.  Predeceased by siblings Jeannette Collins (Charles) & Germaine Evans.

Known affectionately as Mrs. McCoy to those she encountered on her daily walks.  If you have had the honour & privilege of truly knowing Flora Belle, you will agree that she was way ahead of her time, a straight shooter and a remarkable woman always willing to help out those in need.

La Bella Flora Bella with flowers in her hair.

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