Emilia LeBlanc, 73, passed away peacefully at The Moncton Hospital on April 15, 2025, with her family by her side. She was born to the late Henry "Harry" and Helen (Belliveau) Booth in Moncton, N-B.

Emilia spent the first 19 years of her life on King Street in Moncton, where her family had an apartment and her grandfather ran his jewelry and clock-making business for many years. As a single parent with two young children, Emilia dedicated her life to being a mother. She was determined to provide all that she could for her family. She took a hairdressing course and worked in this field before pursuing the restaurant business, which allowed her to provide for her family. Once her children were grown, she found her true calling as a nurse’s aid at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont Hospital, where she retired in 2017. Emilia always worried and took care of others before herself. Due to her caring and hard-working nature, it was natural for her to make a difference at the hospital. Here, she ensured that patients received the care they deserved with a warm, friendly smile each day.

She loved family suppers, spending time together with family and friends during the holidays, her time in Halifax with her close friends, and Sunday morning coffee "Pepsi" with her sisters, brother, and close family. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, cherishing every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, and her beloved grand puppies, Molly and Chester. Her love for her family was boundless and unwavering.

She is survived by her children: Marc (Lynn Boucher) and Josette Despres (Guy Despres); three grandchildren: Jeneca, Ryan, and Talia; two sisters: Louise Booth and Colleen Dupuis (late Louis); one brother: Johnny "John" Booth; two grand puppies, as well as several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her son, Joseph, at a young age.

A celebration of her life will be held at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton (506-858-1900) on Sunday April 20 from 2 pm to 4 pm. Emilia’s final resting place will be at Frenette Columbarium in Moncton. In memory of Emilia, a contribution to the Friends of the Moncton Hospital (oncology), the Heart and Stoke Foundation or the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.

Words of comfort and donations may be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com