We are heartbroken to share that Thérèse Derdaele-Gadoury (Robak) peacefully passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 80.
She was a devoted wife to Michel Gadoury.
Thérèse was a loving mother to Patrick (Lori) Robak Jr., Dan (Paula) Robak, Anne (Scott) Tazzman, Nicole (James) Carr, Gérard (Michelle) Gadoury, Paul Gadoury, Rose Gadoury, Marc (Joy) Gadoury, and Philippe Gadoury.
As a proud Grand-maman and Mémè to 16 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren, she found immense pride and joy in her family.
She is survived by her dear siblings Rose (Don) Bates, Frances (Mary) Derdaele, Claudette Derdaele (Hugh Farquhar), and her late brother Marcel Derdaele (survived by Margaret).
Thérèse was also a beloved sister-in-law to Gérard (Lise) Gadoury, Therese Gadoury, Richard (Marianne Perron-Gadoury) Gadoury, and the late Jacques Vallière (survived by Rita).
She was predeceased by her parents Frank and Mae Derdaele.
Her many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends will miss her dearly.
Thérèse will be remembered for her strong faith, dedication to family, and generous spirit. A proud member of the Catholic Women’s League, she loved cooking, gardening, and helping others. Her kindness and deep Catholic faith were central to who she was and will inspire all who knew her.
Visitation will occur at Windsor Chapel Funeral Home – Banwell Chapel located at 11677 Tecumseh Rd. E., Windsor on Sunday, August 30, 2026 from 2:00 p. m. to 5:00 p. m. and again from 7:00 p. m. to 9:00 p. m. Parish prayers will take place at 7:00 p. m.
A Funeral Mass is set for St. Anne Parish in Tecumseh on Monday August 31 ,2026 at 11:00 a. m., with visitation beginning at the church at 10:00 a. m. Interment will follow at Ste-Anne Cemetery.
If you’d like to make a donation in memory of Thérèse , please consider giving to the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County , Ste-Anne Parish , or the Académie of Ste-Cécile.
You can share online condolences or special memories with the family at www. windsorchapel. com.
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