Madeleine H. Rochefort

Madeleine H. Rochefort

November 16, 1931 – November 22, 2024

Madeleine H. Rochefort, 93, of San Diego, California, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, November 22, 2024.

Born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, Madeleine was the daughter of the late Stanley and Hortense Barrette, the sister of Alice Gallant, Edmond Barrette, and the late Muriel Jannell-Rinaldi and Charles Joseph Barrette. Madeleine was predeceased by her husband, J.Roland Rochefort.  She is survived by her six children, Celeste Kramer, Cheryl Cosman, Cathleen VanWert, Carol McNiff, John Rochefort of Massachusetts and Christine Rochefort of San Diego, California.  She was blessed with seven grandchildren, two of whom predeceased her, and seven great grandchildren.

Madeleine lived in several places over the years, including Westborough, Massachusetts, before moving to a small, close-knit community of Rancho Bernardo in San Diego in 1989.  She worked as an executive secretary and retired after many years of dedicated service.

Known as "Maddie" to friends, she was admired for her grace, generosity, and kind nature. A health-conscious, avid walker, whether a stroll on the beach, walking the neighborhood, or traveling with family and friends she loved spending time outdoors. She enjoyed many crafts, always ready for a game of cards or Rummikub, enjoyed Taco Tuesdays with her best friend and weekly dinners with her daughter, Christine.  She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her, leaving a lasting impact with her kindness, grace, and warmth.

A Church service will be held on December 16, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at San Rafael Catholic Church, 17252 Bernardo Center Dr., San Diego, CA 92128 followed by a catered luncheon.  A private Interment will follow on December 17, 2024 at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the National Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

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