Survived By:

Children:

Juanita Desjarlais

Shane Atkins

Sheridan Finnemore

Jeremy/Shamu Rutledge

Donny Sheldon

Grandchildren:

Pavel Desjarlais

Tyler Jacobsen

Carter Wood Desjarlais

Predeceased:

Mother: Madeline Montgrand

Father: Solomon Desjarlais

Siblings: Georgena Desjarlais, Pauline Larocque/Nee Desjarlais, Joe Desjarlais, Henry Desjarlais, Jerome Desjarlais & Danny Desjarlais

Paulbearer's:

James Bouchier Edward Jr. Black Toby Bouchier Sheridan Desjarlais David Larocque Pavel Desjarlais Ross Herman Tyler Jacobsen

Cross Bearer:

Juanita Desjarlais

My Brilliant Mother

By Casey Gamble

When my mother passed away,

Her absence left its mark.

I’ll use her light to guide me

When this journey of grief feels dark.

The greatest gifts she gave me

Are courage, strength, and resilience.

I wouldn’t be able to handle this pain

If it wasn’t for her brilliance.

Each time I laughed, she’d laugh along.

And when I cried, she’d wipe my tears.

Each time I fell, she’d help me up.

For my wins, she was there to cheer.

She prepared me for the future,

Taught me how to face my fears.

Now the future is here, but she is gone,

And everything seems unclear.

She’d been with me from the start

With constant, unwavering love.

Though she’s moved on from this world,

I know she’s watching from above.

She would tell me to be strong now.

And continue on without her.

So I’ll be sure to lead a worthwhile life

In honor of my brilliant mother.

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