Cecilia Fortier Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Cecilia Fortier of Des Plaines, Illinois, born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, who passed away on June 4, 2024 at the age of 78. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Cecilia Fortier to pay them a last tribute.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Cecilia leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Cecilia may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her husband Larry; her children, Rebecca and Bill; her pet Max; her parents, Vic Gauger and Betty Gauger; and her sister Mary. She was also cherished by 40 nieces, nephews and grand-nieces and nephews.

Her presence was felt throughout parish ministries as song leader, liturgy reader, leader of the Peace and Justice committee encouraging Lenten and Christmas donations to sister parishes, to name a few of her many involvements.