Alice Charbonneau (née Busch)

March 13, 1942 – June 8, 2023
In loving memory ~
On Thursday, June 8, 2023, Alice Charbonneau (née Busch), loving wife and mother of two children, passed away peacefully at the age of 81. Alice was born on March 13, 1942, on a farm in a German-speaking community near Jordan, Minnesota. She received her Bachelor of Science (Education) from the University of Minnesota, where she met her husband Art. They married on July 3, 1965, and together raised two daughters, Lynne and Jennifer. Alice taught English, Journalism and then Special Education for 25 years. She also had a passion for writing and could often be found working on her journals or short stories. Alice was a talented crafter and dedicated volunteer to many organizations close to her heart, including the Nanaimo Hospital Auxiliary. When she developed serious health challenges, Alice put her energy into creating support groups and resources for fellow patients. Alice and Art were married for 58 years. In their retirement years, they spent every moment together and they greatly enjoyed camping, playing cards and spending time with their grandchildren. Alice was preceded in death by her mother, Agatha, and her father, Norbert. She is survived by her husband Art, her two children Lynne and Jennifer (Sean), and her grandchildren Makenna, Ethan and Kristin. At Alice’s request, no public funeral service will be held.