Angele was born in Edmonton, Alberta, daughter of Sylvia and Claude Cyr.

Angéle is survived by her children Janelle Simoneau, Rachelle Simoneau and Joel Simoneau; one grandchild, Walker Simoneau Brearley. She is also survived by her nine brothers and sisters, Claude Cyr, Nicole Oullette, Renée Cyr, Andre Cyr, Paul Cyr, Donald Cyr, Daniel Cyr, Julie Maillet, and Marie Cyr. As well as 28 nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by one niece.

In her younger years, Angéle and her siblings moved frequently, living in communities across Alberta and British Columbia, including Legal, High Prairie, Abbotsford, Scandia, Taber, Barnwell, Fort Saskatchewan, Cardiff Echoes, and Vulcan. Eventually, they settled in Taber, Alberta, where Angéle began working at her Matante Barb’s confectionery store. It was during this time that she discovered a deep passion for sewing.

Angéle’s talent quickly became evident and she sewed her own graduation dress and later pursued post-secondary education in sewing, fashion, and design. Her creativity and dedication to her craft lived on in the handmade quilts she gifted to each of her three children with other handmade clothing articles while raising her children. After her passing, her daughters discovered hand-knitted baby booties, lovingly made for her recently born grandson, showing a final quiet gesture of her enduring love.

A woman of great strength and resilience, Angéle went on to earn a Criminology degree from Lethbridge Community College, graduating at the top of her class with honours, all while raising three young children as a single mother. Her determination led her to a meaningful career with Correctional Service Canada, where she served with commitment and compassion for nearly 20 years. She served as a correctional parole officer at the Drumheller Penitentiary.

Outside of work, Angéle was a gifted artist and crafter, always exploring new mediums, from beadwork to gardening and beyond. She loved her dachshunds, and she often spoke of her dream to travel to Africa and feed giraffes.

Those who knew Angéle will remember her kind spirit, unwavering strength, and deep devotion to her children. Though she stood just 5 feet 1 inch tall, she was truly a force to be reckoned with.

She will be forever remembered and cherished by those who love her.

In accordance with Angéle’s wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. Cremation has been entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home.