1942 – 2022
North Grosvenordale – Cecile (Patenaude) Cloutier, 79, of North Grosvenordale, died Thursday, January 6, 2022 at home . She was the loving wife of Henri Cloutier. Born in Southbridge, MA, she was the daughter of Samuel and Victoria (Lachapelle) Patenaude.
Cecile worked as an aide for the Connecticut Department of Mental Health for many years.
Cecile was a co-founder of Interfaith Stitchers and a local coordinator for the “Fresh Air Fund” for 10 years. In addition, Cecile was also a coordinator for the ABC Quilt Project.
Mrs. Cloutier enjoyed quilting. She volunteered and shared her time and talents at Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam and Harrington Hospital in Southbridge, MA.
Cecile is survived by Daughter, Judith Folkerts of Woodstock, CT; Sons, Samuel Ducharme of Woodstock, CT, and Timothy Ducharme of Toronto, Canada; Sisters, Ann Arnold of Dayville, CT, and Susan Lataille of Southbridge, MA; Grandchildren, Dillon and Luke Ducharme, Evelyn, Jared, Emilia and Chandler Folkerts, and Elise Beasley; and Great-grandchildren, Jackson and Harlow Ducharme, Maverick Ducharme and Desmond Beasley.
Cecile was predeceased by Brother, Richard Patenaude and Grandson Jacob Folkerts.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Cecile’s family from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Monday, January 10, 2022 at Valade Funeral Home & Crematory. Services will be announced at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to South Woodstock Baptist Church, Community Ministry Fund.
For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
To view Cecile’s memorial video, please visit http://videos.lifetributes.com/1186285#
Susan & Leonard Lataille
Henri, Judy, Sam, Tim, our hearts go out to you. Words cannot express how we feel at this time. We send our deepest condolences.
Cecile, you have gone through so much in the last few years. Your journey has ended, may you rest in peace. I will always remember your laughter and smile. Love, your sister Susan and Leonard.
Amy (Parent) Jajliardo
I have so many wonderful memories that bring a smile to my face when I think of Cecile! Thank you, Judy, Sam, and Tim, for sharing her with my siblings and I when we were younger. My mind now is dancing with those memories. Know that you have been, and always will be, family.
Collette Gage
Henry and family,
I am sorry for your loss. Cecile was a very special, kind hearted friend! I have a lot of great memories with her at church and sewing with her on Monday night and other times we could! I will miss her. ! She did so many great things and her love of quilting and sewing was a joy! I learned a lot from her and we did a lot . It is all very special to me. She will be greatly missed! She has her angle wings now for a new journey. I know everyone will miss her but I am sure she will stop in to see us. I wants to get there to send her off with a piece of fabric needle and thread but I don’t think I will get there in time. Henry my prayers are with you in the time of loss! You are a special person!
Love to all
Collette Gage and the alpacas
Clarice Guillot
Henri and family,
My sympathy to all of you.
There is much to say about Cecile. I met her in year 2000 when I brought knitted hats to the Interfaith Stitcher’s meeting. Right away Cecile said, now you are a member of this group. She taught me the meaning of giving. Whatever we made, the intention was to give it away. Cecile was contacted by many people. Articles for babies, hats and mittens, scarfs too, for Project Head Start, blankets for DCF, nursing homes, hospitals etc., the list goes on. This group of women still gather and I’m proud to be a member. When Cecile was unable to continue, she turned her group over to Blanche, who continues her legacy. Cecile will always watch over us.
Rest in peace my friend.
Natalie Parker
Judy, Sam & Tim, I am sorry for your great loss. Cecile was a great friend to my Mom (singing together now).
What great memories together!
Praying for all of you!
Natalie Withers Parker
Dave Babbitt
Henry, Sorry to hear of Cecile passing…Just want you to know we are thinking and praying for you at this difficult time…Dave & . Peg
Victoria Childress
I’m sorry for your loss aunt Cecil was always there when you needed her she helped me at a time when I needed a helping hand she will always be in my heart
susan king
Henri, I met you and Cecile thru Interfaith Stitches. Being nervous when I walked in with a little bit of yarn and plastic knitting needles looking for someone to teach me how to knit, Cecile met me with a warm attitude that made me feel like I belonged. Her genuine concern for others and to help the community made her a great leader. It’s her warm, caring giving spirit that keeps Interfaith Stitches going even today. We will always love her.
Susan King
Victoria Childress (patenaude )
I’m sorry for your loss there are no words for your going through at times like this family and friends are there to listen and help. Aunt Cecil was one of kind she was there for me when I needed help she will always be in my heart