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In Memory of
Jacqueline Fanchette Clotilde Shumiatcher
1923 - 2021
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Judy L McCuskee posted a condolence
Friday, February 12, 2021
To Jacqui's family and closest friends:
Please accept deep sympathy from everyone at the Regina Symphony Orchestra, and our warmest appreciation for all you have done to make her life wonderful, and to help her make the life of many others in Regina wonderful in turn. The accolades on these pages speak for themselves, and you are joined in mourning by so many of us. Jacqui lit up the room... or the concert hall.. with her presence and her brilliant smile. I loved the chance to chat with her at concerts, particularly once we got to know each other a bit and her clever wit could poke through her ever-gracious conversation.
At Jacqui's 96th birthday celebration, RSO Board member and Historian talked about the nearly 70-year connection between the Symphony and the Shumiatchers. Starting in the 1950's, the marvelous young couple attended concerts and provided support. Shumy joined the Board in 1960. It was a male-only group at that time but in 1964 Jacqui and 2 other women changed that. Both Schumiatchers were on the board for the next 12 years, and Shumy for a few more after that including several years as President.
The very popular Shumiatcher Pops series and many other key RSO events happened thanks to Jacqui and Shumy. They believed Regina was a great place to live and were right, because they helped make it so. Jacqui carried on and enhanced the work they did together. We are grateful, and Jacqui, you are missed!
In remembrance, appreciation and sorrow, Judy McCuskee, Chair of the Regina Symphony Board
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Katherine Kushniruk posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2021
My heart is filled with love, gratitude and tears. It was an absolute privilege to have Jacqui's friendship and a blessing to have her in my life. I am forever grateful.
Katherine Kushniruk
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Paula Silva posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2021
So sorry to hear of the passing of our sweet Jacqui, I am so blessed to have known her. She truly was a gem and will be missed.
Paula Silva
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Maryse Abdelmoula lit a candle
Thursday, February 11, 2021
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Quand j'étais enfant, Jacqui, ma "cousine du Canada", me semblait une princesse de contes de fées, avec ses belles robes de soirée, les fêtes qu'elle organisait, les spectacles auxquels elle assistait, les voyages autour du monde... Je crois que, même quand elle venait en France ces dernières années, je la voyais encore avec cette auréole. Le rêve n'est pas si loin de la réalité car elle a été une fée bienfaisante pour bien des artistes et une bonne marraine pour tous ceux qu'elle aimait.
Adieu Princesse
Maryse
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Sylvia Sunshine posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2021
She was an extraordinary woman and she will be missed by many. May she rest in peace.
Joy is a net of love by which you can catch souls. (Mother Teresa)
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Sylvia Sunshine lit a candle
Thursday, February 11, 2021
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Diane Neale lit a candle
Thursday, February 11, 2021
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Just watched the memorial service for jaquie It was wonderful. We have very fond memories of both jaquie & shumi & feel very privileged to have been Avery small part of their lives. They will be remembered
Diane Neale ‘ carol Wells
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Jean Brenner posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Aunt Jacqui, So gracious and lovely but always with a twinkle in your eye and a mischievous sense of humor. I have such fond memories of being with you and Shumy as a child, when our family visited Regina, Calgary and of course our beloved Lake O'Hara. You were full of color and life and an inspiration. Much love, Jean
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Marilyn Bellows posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Words can not express how blessed I am to have known and cared for Jacqui. She filled my heart with her wisdom, kindness, gentle spirit, generosity, laughter and so much more. She lived life to it's fullest and shared that with everyone she knew. She will always be treasured in my heart and missed. My heartfelt condolences to family and friends of this beautiful woman.
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Rae Staseson posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2021
My heartfelt condolences to all of the family and Jacqui's dear friends. She was a remarkable woman, and
I am honoured to have had the opportunity to get to know Jacqui over the years since I returned to Regina.
She was a role model, an inspiration, and her commitment to the cultural fabric of this city will live on.
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Gerri Ann Siwek posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Today we say goodbye to generous soul and avid supporter for the arts. You will be dearly missed Jacqui.
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Moira Bloom uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, February 11, 2021
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You are missed but forever in our hearts.
Love and hugs. Moira and John
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Marie Lannoo posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Dan Shapiro and Marie Lannoo
Jacqui was a force. She was a regal beauty who embraced life and the arts. She has left an indelible mark on the Saskatchewan arts community and she will be missed so very much. Her drive and determination to put the arts at the top of her priorities was inspiring and there will hopefully be others who come forward to follow in her footsteps. Yes, Jacqui and Morris were extraordinary art patrons but Jacqui on her own leaves an example of strong women advocates and philanthropists for the arts. Jacqui was a patron of Marie’s work which was very meaningful to her. We will miss her welcoming smile, her grace and her unwavering energy to attend and support the community of artists in all disciplines she was so firmly connected to. XoxoxoDanny and Marie
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Aaron Fox posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Shumy was a brilliant lawyer, writer, philosopher. Jacqui was his friend, companion, support and the love of his life. She made his brilliance shine all that much brighter. When Shumy left us much too early she carried on the legacy the two of them had established and her own brilliance shone through. I was lucky enough to have enjoyed the warmth of that brilliance from both of them. Thanks.
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Carol Gay Bell posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Jacqui. Your smile lit up a room. Your kindness and generosity touched so many. Your support of artists and arts organizations made dreams come true. Your love and support of the arts brightened the cultural lives of people in Regina and Saskatchewan.
Your interest in and decades long support of SaskExpress, when I was Artistic Director, made so many things possible for this young people's theatre company.
You had a genuine interest in what these young performers were doing and how they were doing. Personally, your support, your advice and your friendship meant so much to me.
Now, you are united with your beloved husband, Morris. All is well.
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David Millar posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Jacqui was one of those individuals you rarely have the privilege of meeting during your lifetime. Accomplished, intelligent, charming, witty, knowledgeable about so many things and always interested in the lives and activities of others. Her smile really said it all. Jacqui's love and passion for the arts has played a pivotal role in the development of the arts community in Regina over the past several decades. Jacqui, and her husband Morris, set a high standard for philanthropy in Regina which serves as an example to everyone in our community. She will be missed by so many.
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Elayne Bennett Fox lit a candle
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
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Jacqui was such an awesome person, someone that touches your life once in a lifetime. What a legacy and memories she has left us.
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Don & Jim uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
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Our condolences to all persons both near & far who held Jacqui close to their hearts. Jacqui's beautiful friendship will be missed! Our lives have been enriched by her generosity to the arts community and by the lively discussions we had with her in the company of friends. Don & Jim
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Irene Deck posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
My sincere condolences to Jacqui Shumiatcher's family and friends in the loss of a great lady, who will be missed by all in Saskatchewan and Canada. She always greeted everyone with a friendly smile and a great conversation. Rest in Peace and God Bless.
Sincerely,
Irene Deck
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Bim Pandya posted a condolence
Monday, February 8, 2021
I am so very sorry that the world has lost Dr Jacqui Shumiatcher. I knew her very briefly over the last five years. I saw her as a very generous Philanthropist who was great at storytelling, reminiscing and laughing. I can't think of anywhere that one may go in Regina where we wouldn't see or hear the the Shumiatcher name. She has left an incredible void but a very lasting incredible legacy. May you rest in peace.
Bim Pandya
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Alex King posted a condolence
Monday, February 8, 2021
It was a privilege to work with Dr. Shumiatcher and her beloved art collection. She was a warm, charming and kind lady, and always so elegant! Rest in peace, Jacqui.
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Brigitte Paccou uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, February 7, 2021
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Some good memories ... Jacqui's visits to her French family (her mum, Paule, Henri, Brigitte and Stéphane).
Brigitte and Stéphane Paccou
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The Miliokas Family lit a candle
Sunday, February 7, 2021
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So sorry to hear about Jacqui's passing.
We will always remember how kind she was to our children while they were growing up.
Our condolences to all who mourn her loss.
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Indra Datta posted a condolence
Saturday, February 6, 2021
Jacqui was a lady ! It was a blessing to have known her.
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Brigitte and Stéphane Paccou posted a condolence
Saturday, February 6, 2021
Jacqui will remain in our hearts forever. We shall never forget the good times spent with her in France.
Brigitte and Stéphane Paccou
(French cousins)
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Ronald Kessler uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, February 6, 2021
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We are so blessed to have had Jacqui in our lives. Jacqui was a remarkable conversationalist, always with something interesting to say and always interested in other people's lives and achievements. Above all, Jacqui loved Lake O’Hara in the Rockies, where she and Shumy, as he was known, would stay and bring me along when I was a teenager. Always devoted to Shumy, she was a partner in everything he did and a star in her own right. We will always cherish our memories of Jacqui’s warmth, spirit, generosity, wit, intelligence, and sparkling personality.—Ronald Kessler, Jacqui’s nephew
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Ken Jefferson Posted Feb 6, 2021 at 4:57 PM
I've known Jacque for many years . You can't improve on perfection , it
s been said by everyone who knew her !!
I'll always remember playing piano at her house for a few friends who had bid $ on a fund raising venture , & I was the prize ????
She was very special !! Ken Jefferson
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The family of Jacqueline Fanchette Clotilde Shumiatcher uploaded a photo
Friday, February 5, 2021
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