BRIAND, Sister Marion (Sister Marie Angélique, f.j.)

1939 – 2021. Sister Marion Briand, in religion Marie Angélique, passed away on October 7, 2021 in Monarch Hall, Riverview, at the age of 82, and in her 57th year of religious profession. She was born in West Arichat, the daughter of the late William and Hélène (Wagner) Briand. Besides her religious family, she is survived by brother, Robert from Dieppe, N.B. She was predeceased by her parents; and her brothers, René and Cecil. Sister Marion devoted her life to serving the community in the kitchen and various other services at Provincial House. She also served in the following communities, Chéticamp, Dundee, Rogersville, L’ardoise and Saulnierville. During 14 years, she worked as a housekeeper for the retired priests in Sydney. In 2010, Marion moved to Royal Court in Riverview where she was very much appreciated by the residents. In 2016 she moved to Canterbury Hall and one year later to Monarch Hall where she received the care she needed. Cremation has taken place. The community will receive condolences in Frenette Funeral and Cremation Center, 88 Church St., Moncton, (506) 8581900 on Wednesday, October 13th from 9-10 a.m. only. A celebration of Marion’s life will follow at 10 a.m. Due to the new regulations face covering is mandatory, and proof of vaccination and government-issued identification card will be required to enter the Funeral Center. Interment will be held in Our Lady of Calvary Cemetery, Dieppe. Words of comfort may be made at: www.frenettefuneralhome.com