ELIZABETH (BESSIE) BUDGE
(nee Fox)
Elizabeth (Bessie) Budge (nee Fox) of Espanola, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at the age of 85. Bessie is survived by her children Lori Budge of Toronto, Leslie Kozachanko (Tony) of Espanola and Craig Budge (Tracy) of Ottawa; grandmother to Emily Kozachanko (Alex) of Sudbury, Taylor Kozachanko-Moroz (Andrew) of Espanola, and Corinne and Dawson Budge of Ottawa; great-grandmother to Miller and Remi Moroz. Bessie is predeceased by her loving husband Albert (Junior) Budge; parents Henry Fox and Rosalie Fox (nee King) of Wiikwemkoong; and sister Mary-Lou Fox-Radulovich (Steven) of Kagawong. Bessie had many nieces, nephews, friends and former students who were near and dear to her. She was the most loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and teacher. With her larger than life personality and her ability to make everyone feel special, Bessie had an impact on all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Visitation was held at the Bourcier Funeral Home on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 10 am at St. Jude Parish with cremation to follow. Our family would like say a special thanks to Delma Toulouse, Corine Bow, Sue Snowden and Tammy Jones for your dedication, compassion and friendship throughout this past year. Without your constant love and caring we would have never been able to keep our mother in the home she loved, feeling safe and cherished. She loved you very much. We would also like to thank the staff of the Espanola General Hospital for your compassion, guidance and kindness. Corinne and Christine, you are truly amazing! You will never know the impact you have had on our family. We will forever be grateful. Arrangements by Bourcier Funeral Home Ltd, Espanola.
