Jeannette L. Denoncourt

Jeannette L. (Deblois) Denoncourt, 87, passed into heaven peacefully at her home on Wednesday, February 13, 2019. She was born in Springfield, MA the youngest of seven children of the late Paul Deblois and Marie A. Lemoine. Jeannette was predeceased by her childhood sweetheart and loving husband of 64 years, Roland E. Denoncourt. She was also predeceased by five of her siblings, her daughter Lorraine, her daughter-in-law Paula and her great-granddaughter Audra. She is survived by her sister Irene and her sister-in-law Lucille (Tom). She is survived by two daughters, Denise Denoncourt of Feedings Hills, MA and Susan Collins (Ted) of Saratoga Springs, NY and two sons, Roland J. Denoncourt of Westfield, MA and Daniel Denoncourt (Lorraine) of Southwick, MA. Memere leaves 10 grandchildren, Russell, Shaun (Colby), Beth (Jason), Stacey (RJ), Janine (Brian), Marc (Maddie), Dano (Tiff), Gregg (Lindsey), Robert (Lisa), Michael (Jenn) and 21 great-grandchildren. She leaves many beloved nieces, nephews and dear friends. Jeanette raised 5 children and many of their neighborhood friends. Faith and family guided her life. She was a self-taught pianist from the age of 15 which lead to her love of music. She was the choir director of Sacred Heart Church in Agawam for many years; her proteges are many. Because of Jeannette’s talent she was sought after by many churches throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. Her French heritage enabled her to sing frequently at St. Joseph’s church at the request of their many Canadian visitors. These are a few of her “Favorite Things”: family gatherings and holidays; days on the lake on the “Pontoon” with family and friends; Daily “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” better known as the Main Diner or Memo’s with her posse; bus trips to the Casino and evenings at the Majestic Theater. Il n’y a qu’un bonheur dans la vie, C’est d’aimer et d’etre aime! (There is only one happiness in life, to love and be loved)! Calling hours for family and friends will be held Monday, February 18, 2019 from 4-7PM at Colonial Forastiere Funeral Home, 985 Main St. Agawam, MA. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 19th beginning at 9AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial, to be celebrated at 10AM, at St. John the Evangelist Church, 833 Main St. Agawam, MA Interment will follow in the Massachusetts Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery, Agawam. For online condolences please visit www.forastiere.com.