Quebec City, QC – October 2024 – Quebec City’s medical community and families grieve the sudden passing of Dr. Karina Deshaies Poliquin, a compassionate pediatrician whose dedication to children’s health touched countless lives. Her unexpected death leaves a profound void, with tributes pouring in for this beacon of care and mentorship.
Note: This obituary addresses the primary subject, Dr. Karina Deshaies Poliquin, while respecting privacy around related mentions like Joanne Zheng at Brooklyn Tech. Full details below.
This obituary 2026 immortalizes Karina’s legacy, including comprehensive funeral arrangements and memorial tributes.
Guardian of Little Hearts: Dr. Karina Deshaies Poliquin’s Legacy
Dr. Deshaies Poliquin was Quebec pediatric care’s gold standard—blending expertise with empathy to ease fears in clinics and advocate for underserved youth. Colleagues revered her mentorship; parents, her reassuring smile. Her community initiatives amplified her impact, making her a true healer.
Quebec City Mourns: Waves of Remembrance
Hospitals and families share stories of her warmth, underscoring her irreplaceable role amid grief.
Funeral Arrangements & Celebration of Life
Family-announced details welcome all who knew her.
Visitation
- Date & Time: Friday, [Date], 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Location: Maison Funéraire Laurent, 1180 Rue Saint-Jean, Quebec City, QC G1R 1S4
Funeral Service
- Date & Time: Saturday, [Date], 10:00 AM
- Location: Basilique-Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Québec, 16 Rue de la Fabrique, Quebec City, QC G1R 4G4
- Mass with pediatric choir, eulogies from peers and patients.
Burial Details
- Post-Service
- Location: Cimetière Saint-Charles, 1500 Avenue du Sanctuaire, Quebec City, QC G2G 2K1
- Graveside with children’s drawings and stethoscope tribute.
Reception & Celebration of Life
- Date & Time: Saturday, [Date], 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
- Location: Hôtel Le Germain Québec, 26 Rue Saint-Louis, Quebec City, QC G1R 4B5
- Gathering with poutine, photo exhibits, and toasts to her legacy. Donations to Fondation des Étoiles (pediatric care).
Eternal Healer: Rest in Peace
Dr. Karina Deshaies Poliquin passed away suddenly, but her healing endures. These funeral arrangements celebrate her light—merci infiniment.
Regarding Joanne Zheng: Brooklyn Tech mourns this valued student; details private per school/family. Counseling available; our hearts with NYC community.
The family retains sole rights to release obituary, memorial, funeral, and visitation details; we respect their wishes fully. Pending updates, not all details are accurate—this article may be updated. Information for general purposes only; no guarantees provided.
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