Lynn Lessard remembered for faith, family and service.

Lynn Margaret Lessard, 78, died on December 27, 2025, in Thunder Bay after a short battle with cancer; she spent decades serving the Atikokan community and was known for her faith and devotion to family.

Lynn Margaret Lessard (née McEachern), 78, passed away on December 27, 2025, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Thunder Bay after a short battle with cancer. She was born in Ottawa on October 7, 1947, and grew up on a farm near Kemptville as the only daughter among six children. She raised three daughters, moved north to Thunder Bay and later to Atikokan, and built a life of service through work in developmental services and education. Her life was marked by strong faith, a love of horses and family gatherings, and many years as a foster parent. Key facts: - Lynn Lessard died December 27, 2025, at age 78, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Thunder Bay after a short battle with cancer. - She was born October 7, 1947, in Ottawa and grew up near Kemptville as the second oldest of six children. - She worked as a homecare aide, bank teller, Avon salesperson, earned a Developmental Services Worker diploma, and later served many years with Atikokan and District Association for Developmental Services and as an Educational Assistant with the Rainy River District School Board. - She served for decades as a foster parent in Atikokan; two children connected in the late 1990s became permanent members of her family. - She is survived by her daughters Dawn (Doug), Sherry (Denis) and Tanya (Billy); grandchildren Kenzie and Katee; her heart-son Harley Mainville and his daughter Serenity; brothers Greg and David McEachern; and several sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by four brothers and other relatives. - Cremation has taken place and a private family gathering will be held at a future date; donations in lieu of flowers were requested to Community Living Atikokan. Summary: Lynn's passing is noted by family and the Atikokan community for her long service, faith, and warm family life. Cremation has taken place and a private family gathering will be held at a later date. Undetermined at this time.