"It was with profound sadness to receive word of Marguerite's passing. She was the first smiling fast that I encountered at the Mount Saint Charles ice rink when Keith and my son, Ken, were in instructional hockey. She was such a tremendous help to me during that time as I had a newborn in a stroller trying to juggle his schedule and the early morning schedules at the ice rink. I quickly found out why this woman was so nurturing, so caring and so loving as she had quite a few children with her beloved husband, Normand. I valued every piece of advice she gave me...always with the most sincere intentions and always with a smile. Normand and Marguerite were both recognized as staples within our town generously giving of their time and money to various organizations within the church community as well as the education and sports community. The entire town of North Smithfield shed some tears over her passing. I hope that knowing you are all in our thoughts and prayers provides you some comfort during this sorrowful time and in the difficult days yet to come."
In loving memory of
Marguerite C. Vadenais
October 27, 2021
Marguerite C. (Toupin) Vadenais, 85, of Slatersville, passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, while surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished wife of the late Normand Vadenais. Born in Woonsocket, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Marie (Marien) Toupin.
Marguerite was a faithful communicant of St. John the Evangelist Church, Slatersville and a part of the Ladies Guild. She was a member of the Music Education Association of North Smithfield as well as the former Treasurer of the Friends Foundry. Marguerite previously served on the board of directors for the North Smithfield Youth Hockey Association. In her spare time, Marguerite was an avid baker and was known as the "big baker" of the neighborhood. Most of all, Marguerite loved being with her children and grandchildren, whether it was watching them play sports, chaperoning class trips, or just spending time with them at the summer and winter "resorts."
She is survived by her loving children, Pauline Mello and her late husband Robert of Middleboro, MA, Normand Vadenais and his wife Kathleen of Harrisville, Paul Vadenais and his wife Sheri of North Smithfield, John Vadenais and his wife Frances of Harrisville, Kathleen Ricci and her husband Glenn of Johnston, and Keith Vadenais and his wife Joyelle of Uxbridge, MA; her brother, Gerald Toupin, of North Smithfield; ten grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her siblings, Ernest, Albert, Armand, Roland and Lionel Toupin, Theresa Lepage, Rita Forget and Lorraine Langevin.
Her funeral will be held Monday, November 8, 2021 beginning with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11AM in St. John the Evangelist Church, 63 Church St., Slatersville, RI. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Calling hours are Sunday from 1-4 PM in the Holt Funeral Home, 510 South Main St., Woonsocket, RI. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John the Evangelist Church, 63 Church St., Slatersville, RI 02876.
Tributes
"To all the Vadenais family, we are so very saddened to hear of Mrs. Vadenais's passing. Your mom was one in a million. How fortunate we all were in the neighborhood to have you as our neighbors. Our families could call on one another at anytime for a favor,a ride home from school, to be babysat,or just to enjoy wonderful conversations. Mrs. Vadenais came by unannounced on so many occasions to share her delicious homemade baked goods. You will be forever in our hearts. Rest in peace Margie!xoxo"
"Kate and Family My deepest sympathies to you all for your loss. I would occasionally see your mom at Salon 900. We would chat about this and that & have a few laughs. She was quite endearing."
"My condolences to Pauline and your family. I will always remember that big house on School Street filled with your family. Hold onto your memories"
"Our sympathies to Marge's family. She has left you with wonderful memories. I too will miss seeing Marge around town. I had the pleasure of attending an event recently with Marge. She spoke about your dad and how attentive her family was to her needs. She was so proud and loved you all so much. I will also miss her humor. Rest in peace Marge."
"To the entire Vadenais Family, please accept our condolences on Marge's passing. Having lost my Mom and Uncle the last of their generations , we know how this feels. She was a great person, a True North Smithfield supporter. Rest in Peace Marge. "
"My heart broke when I received the news that Marge had been called home. She will be dearly missed, and will be well remembered for the wonderful person she was. May her memory be eternal and carried from generation to generation. And may she be resting with the saints. Our sincere and deepest sympathy to the entire family. Chris and Rick Charest"
"Always loved running in to your mom in and around town. She was always happy to chat. There was no doubt that she was so very proud of her whole family. Seeing her at the door of the high school auditorium was fun. Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. "
"My sympathy at the loss of your wonderful Mom she is now reunited with your Dad. A memory of your Mom was no one ever snuck into a concert when your Mom was manning the door!"
"What can I say about your mother, the list is endless! She was a wonderful, caring, funny, sarcastic (in a good way), fair, hardworking and most of all loving wife, mom and friend. She is now with her best friend, your amazing dad but, I can only imagine the void that is left by her passing for all of you. May she Rest in Peace. Gone but never forgotten. My love to all! Donna M. Hagan"
"To the Vadenais family, My heart is so heavy today. Your mom was such an important person in my life as I grew up. Having her as a neighbor was so special. Playing Kick-the-Can in her yard, swimming in her pool, eating a meal at her table are just some ways Mrs. V. included me into your family. I cannot fail to mention she always had a delicious baked good that she shared with me. She is now with Pep and Big Norm. Rest in sweetest peace, Mrs. V."
"My sympathies to Pauline and family."
"So saddened about Marge's passing. She was a valuable friend as well as my Slatersville neighbor. Now Marge and Norm are together again. I miss Norm, and now will miss Marge. She was smart, wise, funny, witty, compassionate, fair and sensible---all great qualities for a loving mom, wife, etc. Will miss our talks out in her yard. Dear Marge, rest in peace. You were the best on so many levels."
"AUNTIE MAGGS the best shoulder to lean on all those years. But you are now at rest with your sweetheart and looking down on all of us. Merci for always being there. M"