Peacefully on Friday, February 4, 2022 at the Temiskaming District Hospital, Simone Y. Bedard (nee Ladouceur) passed away at the age of 85. Loving wife of the late Albert “Bert” Bedard. Beloved mother of Jacques (Gert), Marianne (Bernard), Etienne (Francoise) and Jocelynne. Survived by her grandchildren Joshua, Jessica-Lee, Sarah, Jennifer, Michelle, Jamie-Lee, Isabelle and Samuel. Forever in the hearts of her 13 great grandchildren. Dear sister-in-law of Therese Ladouceur and Fernande Dallaire. Forever remembered by many nieces, nephews and extended family members. Cremation has taken place at Lakeview Crematorium, Haileybury. Interment to take place in Cobalt Catholic Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Buffam Leveille Funeral Home, 705-672-3122. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Community Cancer Care or Heart & Stroke Foundation. Online condolences accepted at www.buffamleveille.com