Armande L. Lizotte

Armande (Amanda) L. Lizotte, 86, of Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026 at Argyll hospital surrounded by loved ones. Born in Quebec, Canada, September 4, 1939 to the late Adelard and Marie-Reine (Darveau) Lizotte, she was the eldest of nine children. She is predeceased by her brother Oscar Lizotte.

A woman of integrity and strength, Amanda always sought the best for her family. In 1968, she bravely immigrated to the United States with her husband, Gilles Ratte, and their four daughters. She worked for many years in the historic Millyard of Manchester, NH, using her remarkable sewing talents. Later, she became a respected seamstress at a local bridal shop, Chalifour’s, where she earned the affectionate title of “the little french seamstress.”

Amanda’s creativity was one of her most defining traits. From sewing handmade outfits for each of her children during the holidays to designing custom costumes, curtains, pillows, and slipcovers, her artistic flair enriched the lives of everyone around her. She took great pride in her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and always delighted in hearing their stories and adventures. She enjoyed entertaining guests and was always up for a good laugh.

Amanda is survived by her loving children: Sylvie St. Hilaire and her husband Gary of Mechanicsburg, PA; Josie Gooch of Marysville, PA; Chantal Plante and her husband Jacques of Bedford, NH; Martine Cloutier and her husband Mike of Bedford, NH. She is also survived by her 13 grandchildren: Amanda St.Hilaire, Reverend Andrew St. Hilaire, Michael St. Hilaire, Patrick St. Hilaire, Thomas St. Hilaire, Paul St. Hilaire, Wesley Gooch, Kara Gooch, Heidi Gooch, Victor Plante, Jack Plante, Alyssa Cloutier, and Jessica Cloutier, and her great-grandchildren: Olivette, Sophie, Noah and Lewis. She is also survived by her 7 loving siblings: Noella Lizotte, Andre Lizotte, Janette Lizotte, Cecile Lizotte, Madeline Lizotte, Lucille Lizotte, and Carol Lizotte.

Private family services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to: Alzheimer’s Association or to Sacred Heart Church, Manchester, NH. To leave a message of condolence, please go to Lambert’s Funeral Home