Josée Leclerc
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Josée Leclerc, who died on September 12, 2026, at the Pallia-Vie palliative care center in Saint-Jérôme.
She is survived by her husband, Georges Albert; her mother, Fleurette Gagné Leclerc (Romain Gagnon); her daughter, Magalie Baril (Marc-Olivier Berlinguet); her stepsons, Sylvain, Marc, and Kevin; and her two step-granddaughters, Prya and Jessie. She also leaves behind her siblings, Johanne, André, Michel, and Sylvain, as well as many relatives and friends who will remember her as a unifying, resilient, and generous person with a big heart—a calming presence who lit up every room she entered.
For this occasion, the family has chosen to privately plant a Canadian Serviceberry, a symbol of peace and living memory. This tree will carry Josée’s presence and grow as a lasting testament to her love and strength.
The family wishes to sincerely thank the staff and volunteers at the Pallia-Vie palliative care center in Saint-Jérôme for their support, love, and presence for them and for Josée during her final weeks with us.
In memory of Josée, those who wish to express their sympathy may make a donation to the Pallia-Vie Foundation to support their mission. The Forêt de la Seconde Vie is an eco-friendly forest cemetery located in the heart of nature; therefore, visitors are encouraged to dress and wear footwear appropriate for the weather forecast on the day of the event.
What is the Second Life Forest?
Ecoforest cemetery
The Forest of the Second Life is a Ecoforest cemetery; an alternative solution to traditional funeral homes that allows you to contribute to the creation of forests, in tribute to the memory of your loved ones and for the benefit of future generations.
Unique concept in Quebec
We are up to date The only location in Quebec, among all those who have the necessary authorizations for the burial of the ashes, to have added to our project a forest conservation easement to ensure, forever, the preservation and protection of the forest.
Future generations
Our alternative funeral services allow you to pay tribute to your deceased by allowing them to dedicate their second life to the benefit of the next generations. The reforestation initiative The Second Life Forest makes it possible to capture up to 175 tons of carbon from the atmosphere each year.
