It is with sadness, the family of Germaine Yolande Marie Blackier, age 80, of Hampton, NB, announces her death which occurred on Thursday, August 24, 2017 at the Palliative Care Unit of the Saint John Regional Hospital, surrounded by her family. She was born in Moncton, NB, on June 15, 1937, wife of the late James Blackier and a daughter of the late Leo and Alexina (Boudreau) Doiron. Germaine was very dedicated to her family and always showed her love towards them. She retired from the Bank of Nova Scotia after many years. Actively involved with the Red Hatters and the Catholic Women’s League, she also volunteered with Meals on Wheels and was a champion bowler in her earlier years. Most recently she enjoyed the "Coffee Social" at the Shannex where she resided. Germaine is survived by her daughter Jackie Jarvis (Bill Rowe) of Cambridge Narrows, NB; sons Mike Blackier of Calgary, AB, Mark Blackier (Kimberly Johnson) of Kingston, NB; grandchildren Justine, Elise, Alexis, Ashlynn; great-grandson Chase; brothers Phil Doiron, Paul (Jessie) Doiron; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, and husband Germaine was predeceased by her sister Aurelie Doiron and brother Armand Doiron. The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to the doctors and staff of 5CN and the Palliative Care Unit for their limitless attention and care. Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid’s Funeral Home (506-832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton, where visitation will be held on Sunday, August 27, 2017 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, August 28, 2017 at 11:00AM from St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. Interment will take place at St. Alphonsus Catholic Cemetery. Donations in memory of Germaine may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lung Association or to the memorial of the donor’s choice. Personal condolences to the family and donations may be made through ReidsFH.com