Marie LaFortune
March 31, 1910 ~ August 10, 2013
Marie
LaFortune, 103, of Highmore, passed away Saturday, August 10, 2013 at the
Highmore Health, Highmore, SD.
Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Highmore with Father Paul Nereparmpil, celebrant. Burial followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Highmore. Visitation was held one hour prior to the service at the church.
Marie Catherine Morse was born March 31, 1910 in Huron, South Dakota to George and Bridget (McWeeny) Morse. She attended schools in Huron and Elkton, S.D.; graduating from Huron High School. She was employed in various federal, state and local offices and later by the City of Huron at the time of her marriage to Lionel LaFortune of Highmore on January 9, 1946.
They farmed in Hyde County until retirement when they moved into Highmore where she worked at SuperValu for several years. She was active in youth groups, being playground supervisor, Girls Scouts leader and counselor for junior Catholic Daughters; spending many summers at camp.
Marie was a faithful member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Altar Society, Catholic Daughters, VFW auxiliary and the Golden Age Club.
Left to mourn her death is many nieces and nephews.
Proceeding her in death are her parents; husband, Lionel in 1997; and sister, Ethel (Edward) Jones in 2001.
Luze Funeral Home of Highmore has been entrusted with Marie’s arrangements.
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Marie was such a sweet lady. I will miss seeing her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
My dear Marie: I remember you well assisting with the Junior Catholic Daughters at St. Mary’s Church in Highmore. It was a memorable time for me growing up a young Catholic girl being mentored by such a lovely lady. God Bless You.
Marie was our leader for Junior Catholic Daughters. She was a kind, gentle person who guided us for many years. I had no idea she was still living or I would have visited her when I was in Highmore. My condolences to her family.
Marie was my Godmother and was a very thoughtful person. I always got a card and a letter on my birthday and Holidays until she was no longer able to do that because of her health. Rest in peace, Marie, you were a great lady.
Marie was a faithful and loving servant of the Lord. She has finally made it home to join her loved ones. Aunt Marie was my godmother and thoughtful aunt, never missing a birthday or any special occasion. A gifted and creative homemaker, Marie hosted many family celebrations. Thanksgiving was a highlight for me. You will be forever fondly remembered.
Love, Mary Ann, Nick and Ava May