It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Bonnie Jean Poirier of Kingsclear First Nation on February 3rd, 2020. She was 52 years old. Born in Houlton, Maine, on August 19th, 1967, she was the daughter of William Polchies and the late Elizabeth Polchies (Fortune).
She will be deeply missed by her husband, the love of her life Ron Poirier, her children; Indigo Poirier, Zachary Poirier, Amanda Poirier, and Jenny Poirier, as well as her two cats Lucky and Mocha, her siblings Jr. Polchies (Lenore), Laurie Paul (Dick), Sonya Perley (Rick), twin Connie Sabattis (Wayne), Sue Polchies (Dean), and Ricky Polchies (Erica). She will also be missed by several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, as well as her chosen-granddaughter Zoey Polchies.
Bonnie was an avid bingo player, bowler, reader, writer, photographer, and craft-enthusiast. She was a die-hard Montreal Canadiens fan and lover of country music. Additionally, she was a passionate activist and a strong advocate for her home community of Kingsclear First Nation.
Visiting hours will be held at 613 Apt. Lane in Kingsclear First Nation on Wednesday February 5th at 4pm until the funeral service. The funeral service will be held at St. Ann’s Catholic Church on Friday February 7th at 2pm with Father Monte Peters officiating. Interment will be held at a later date.
As an alternative to flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Mental Health Society or the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences and the sharing of memories can be done at www.bishopsfuneralhome.com