FOURNIER, Marie Anne

Marie married BLANCHET, Pierre on 17 Feb 1670 in Notre-Dame, Quebec City, Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada. Pierre was born in 1646 in Rosières-en-Santerre, Saint-Omer, Somme, Picardie, France; died on 12 Apr 1709 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

1. BLANCHET, Angelique was born on 25 Apr 1679 in Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada; died on 28 Nov 1681 in L'Islet, Quebec, Canada.
2. BLANCHET, Joseph was born on 10 Feb 1681 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada; died on 24 Feb 1681 in St Thomas, Montmagny, Quebec, Canada.
3. BLANCHET, Joseph was born on 21 Feb 1682 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada; died on 4 Sep 1693 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada.
4. BLANCHET, Pierre-Alphonse was born on 6 Jul 1672 in Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada; died on 22 Nov 1722 in Saint-Pierre-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada.
5. BLANCHET, Jean Baptiste was born on 9 May 1685 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada; died on 27 Jul 1769 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada.
6. BLANCHET, Louis was born on 3 Apr 1701 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada; died on 11 Oct 1772 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada.
7. BLANCHET, Francoise was born on 19 Apr 1694 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada; died on 18 Jan 1742 in Saint-Pierre-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada.
8. BLANCHET, Guillaume was born on 15 Jun 1674 in Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada; died on 27 Feb 1729 in Saint-Pierre-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada.
9. BLANCHET, Geneviève was born on 16 Jan 1696 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada; died on 23 Apr 1740 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada.
10. BLANCHET, Jacques was born on 24 Aug 1677 in Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada; died on 1 Dec 1681 in L'Islet, Quebec, Canada.
11. BLANCHET, Marie Madeleine was born on 5 Jul 1676 in Saint-Pierre-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, L'Île-d'Orléans, Quebec, Canada; died on 30 Sep 1721 in Montmagny, Quebec, Canada.

Notes:

Guillaume Fournier, a significant figure in early New France, was born around 1620 in Coulmer-Argentan, Normandy, France, to Gilles Fournier and Noelle Gageut (or Gagnon). While the exact date of his arrival in New France is uncertain, his presence is first recorded in 1651.

On November 20, 1651, Guillaume married Marie-Françoise Hébert at Notre-Dame-de-Québec. His bride was the 13-year-old daughter of Guillaume Hébert and Hélène Desportes, and granddaughter of Louis Hébert, considered the first "Canadian Settler." This marriage connected Guillaume to one of the most prominent families in the colony.

Guillaume and Françoise had 15 children between 1653 and 1680, though their first child and two others died in infancy. The couple's large family would go on to establish the Fournier name widely across North America.

Known for his demanding and combative temperament, Guillaume was involved in several legal disputes. He notably sued Dame Guillemette Hébert, his wife's aunt, over land rights. In 1668, he acquired his first seigneury through litigation, becoming co-seigneur of the Sault-au-Matelot property originally granted to Louis Hébert.

In 1672, Guillaume received a new seigneury grant from Jean Talon, consisting of thirty acres along the St. Lawrence River. This land would later become part of Montmagny. Guillaume is credited as the founder of the Saint-Thomas-de-la-Pointe-à-la-Caille parish in this area, where he donated land for the construction of a church in 1685.

Guillaume's house in Montmagny, described as a single-story structure with an attic, served as a place for Mass until a proper church could be built. This act, along with his land donation, underscores his role in establishing the community.

Guillaume Fournier died on October 24, 1699, in Montmagny at the age of 80. He was buried in Saint Odilon de Montmagny Cemetery. His wife Françoise, who outlived him by many years, passed away on March 16, 1716, at the age of 86.

The Fournier legacy continued through their children, with their sons Charles and Jean having the largest number of descendants.

Guillaume married HÉBERT, Françoise on 20 Nov 1651 in Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada. Françoise (daughter of HÉBERT, Guillaume, daughter of HÉBERT, Guillaume and DESPORTES, Helene) was born on 23 Jan 1638 in Quebec City, Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada; was christened on 27 Janv 1638 in Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada; died on 16 Mar 1716 in St-Thomas de la Pointe à la Caille (Montmagny), Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Birth: 1614, Paris, Île-de-France, France
• Death: 23 Sep 1639, Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada

Guillaume married DESPORTES, Helene on 1 Oct 1634 in Quebec City, Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada. Helene (daughter of DESPORTES, Pierre-Philippe and LANGLOIS, Françoise) was born on 7 Jul 1620 in Lisieux, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, France; was christened in 1620; died on 24 Jun 1675 in Quebec City, Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Differentiator: She arrived at Tadoussac aboard the "LeSallemande", as an infant, on August 30, 1620; to become one of the earliest and youngest, settlers of French Quebec.

Notes:

Hélène Desportes, born around 1620 in Quebec, was the daughter of early French settlers Pierre Desportes and Françoise Langlois. She is often credited as the first European child born in New France.

Hélène's life epitomized the experiences of women in the early days of the colony. She first married Guillaume Hébert at a young age and was widowed by 19, left with three small children. On January 9, 1640, following a marriage contract signed on December 27, 1639, she wed Noël Morin, a 34-year-old wheelwright from France.

With Noël, Hélène had 12 more children between 1641 and 1656, including Germain, the first Canadian-born priest ordained in New France, and Marie, one of the first Montreal-born nuns.

Hélène's life in New France was marked by the challenges and triumphs of colonial life. She and Noël were granted a pew in the church in 1655, and in 1663, she became Madame de Saint-Luc when Noël was granted his seigneury.

Hélène died on June 24, 1675, at St. Thomas, Montmagny, Quebec, at about 55 years old, predeceasing her husband by five years. Her legacy as an important matriarch in early French Canadian society lives on through her numerous descendants, including many notable figures in North American history. Hélène Desportes' life story represents the resilience, adaptability, and crucial role of women in establishing and nurturing the foundations of New France.

Other Events and Attributes:

• Differentiator: First settler of Quebec; first farmers there
• Web Address: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_H%C3%A9bert
• Web Address: https://www.qctonline.com/monumental-views-the-statue-of-louis-hebert/
• Occupation: Apothecary and farmer

Notes:

Louis Hébert, born around 1575 in Paris, France, is recognized as the first European apothecary and farmer in what later became Canada. He was the son of Nicolas Hébert and Jacqueline Pajot. In 1601, he married Marie Rollet, following his father's wishes, despite his love for another woman.

Hébert's journey to the New World began in 1606 when he joined an expedition to Acadia, led by his cousin-in-law Jean de Biencourt de Poutrincourt and Samuel de Champlain. He lived in Port Royal (now Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia) from 1606 to 1607 and again from 1611 to 1613. During his time there, he engaged in horticulture and was noted for his skill in cultivating the land. He returned to France in 1607 after the expedition's trade concession expired.

In 1617, Hébert, along with his wife and their three children, Guillaume, Guillaumette, and Anne, left Paris to settle in Quebec City. He was offered a contract by the Compagnie du Canada, which included practicing medicine, establishing farming, and a grant of land. However, upon arrival, he was forced to accept a revised contract with reduced benefits.

Despite these challenges, Hébert became a significant figure in early Canadian history. He was the first private individual to receive a land grant in the New World from the French government. In Quebec, he selected a ten-acre site for his farm, where he faced opposition from the fur trading company due to his deforestation for farming. Nonetheless, he successfully cultivated various crops (corn, winter wheat, beans, peas, an apple orchard, and a vineyard) and raised livestock, contributing significantly to the colony's food supply.

Samuel de Champlain noted that in addition to serving as a physician for the colony, Hébert was the first head of a family in New France to subsist off what he grew.Hébert's contributions were recognized when he was appointed Procurator to the King in 1620, allowing him to intervene in matters on the King's behalf. In 1623, he became the first "Seigneur" of New France with the grant of "Sault-au-Matelot", and in 1626, he received another grant for "le fief de la rivière St-Charles".

Tragically, Hébert's life ended on January 25, 1627, due to injuries from a fall on ice. He was respected by both Native Americans and French settlers and was the first to be laid to rest in the new vault of the Recollets. His legacy continued through his descendants, who became prominent in various fields in Canada.

Marie Rollet, born around 1580, played an equally vital role in the colony. She provided medical treatment to Indigenous people and educated them in reading, writing, and the Christian faith. Records show she was godmother to many Indigenous converts.

Following Hébert's death, Marie married Guillaume Hubou on May 16, 1629. That same year, when British privateers invaded New France, the Rollet-Hubou family was the only one to remain in the colony while others evacuated.

Marie Rollet died on May 27, 1649, at the age of 69 in Quebec, leaving behind a legacy of cultural exchange and education.

Louis Hébert and Marie Rollet's family played a crucial role in the early history of Quebec and Canada. Their descendants, numbering in the thousands, are spread across North America, contributing to the rich tapestry of the continent's history. They are considered among the first people to settle permanently in New France, laying the foundation for the future of French Canada.

Hébert, Louis - Statue in Montmorency Park in Quebec City

In Quebec City’s Montmorency Park, a large monument commemorates Louis Hébert, Marie Rollet and their son-in-law, Guillaume Couillard. The central figure is Louis holding a sheaf of corn in one hand and a sickle in the other. On the right is Marie holding her three children and on the left is Guillaume with a plough. A plaque lists the first colonists of Quebec.

ADDRESS: 21 Rue Port Dauphin, Québec, QC, Canada

Louis married ROLLET, Marie about Jun 1602 in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Marie was born in 1580 in Paris, Île-de-France, France; died on 16 May 1649 in Quebec (Urban Agglomeration), Quebec, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Differentiator: First settler of Quebec; first farmers there

Notes:

Louis Hébert, born around 1575 in Paris, France, is recognized as the first European apothecary and farmer in what later became Canada. He was the son of Nicolas Hébert and Jacqueline Pajot. In 1601, he married Marie Rollet, following his father's wishes, despite his love for another woman.

Hébert's journey to the New World began in 1606 when he joined an expedition to Acadia, led by his cousin-in-law Jean de Biencourt de Poutrincourt and Samuel de Champlain. He lived in Port Royal (now Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia) from 1606 to 1607 and again from 1611 to 1613. During his time there, he engaged in horticulture and was noted for his skill in cultivating the land. He returned to France in 1607 after the expedition's trade concession expired.

In 1617, Hébert, along with his wife and their three children, Guillaume, Guillaumette, and Anne, left Paris to settle in Quebec City. He was offered a contract by the Compagnie du Canada, which included practicing medicine, establishing farming, and a grant of land. However, upon arrival, he was forced to accept a revised contract with reduced benefits.

Despite these challenges, Hébert became a significant figure in early Canadian history. He was the first private individual to receive a land grant in the New World from the French government. In Quebec, he selected a ten-acre site for his farm, where he faced opposition from the fur trading company due to his deforestation for farming. Nonetheless, he successfully cultivated various crops (corn, winter wheat, beans, peas, an apple orchard, and a vineyard) and raised livestock, contributing significantly to the colony's food supply.

Samuel de Champlain noted that in addition to serving as a physician for the colony, Hébert was the first head of a family in New France to subsist off what he grew.Hébert's contributions were recognized when he was appointed Procurator to the King in 1620, allowing him to intervene in matters on the King's behalf. In 1623, he became the first "Seigneur" of New France with the grant of "Sault-au-Matelot", and in 1626, he received another grant for "le fief de la rivière St-Charles".

Tragically, Hébert's life ended on January 25, 1627, due to injuries from a fall on ice. He was respected by both Native Americans and French settlers and was the first to be laid to rest in the new vault of the Recollets. His legacy continued through his descendants, who became prominent in various fields in Canada.

Marie Rollet, born around 1580, played an equally vital role in the colony. She provided medical treatment to Indigenous people and educated them in reading, writing, and the Christian faith. Records show she was godmother to many Indigenous converts.

Following Hébert's death, Marie married Guillaume Hubou on May 16, 1629. That same year, when British privateers invaded New France, the Rollet-Hubou family was the only one to remain in the colony while others evacuated.

Marie Rollet died on May 27, 1649, at the age of 69 in Quebec, leaving behind a legacy of cultural exchange and education.

Louis Hébert and Marie Rollet's family played a crucial role in the early history of Quebec and Canada. Their descendants, numbering in the thousands, are spread across North America, contributing to the rich tapestry of the continent's history. They are considered among the first people to settle permanently in New France, laying the foundation for the future of French Canada.

Other Events and Attributes:

• Differentiator: Among the very first settlers of Quebec

Notes:

Pierre Desportes, born around 1594 in France, was one of the earliest settlers in Samuel de Champlain's vision for a New France. Though his exact origins are unclear, Pierre was known to be literate, suggesting he received some education - a rarity for his time. He married Françoise Langlois, likely between 1617 and 1620 in France, before embarking on their life-changing journey to the New World.

The couple arrived at the fledgling Habitation de Quebec in 1619, accompanied by Françoise's sister Marguerite and her husband Abraham Martin. In this remote outpost on the St. Lawrence River, Pierre and Françoise became integral members of the small community. Their importance was underscored when Françoise gave birth to Hélène on July 7, 1620 - the first European child born in what would become Canada. Hélène's godmother was none other than Hélène Boullé, the wife of Samuel de Champlain himself.

Pierre wore many hats in the struggling colony. He managed a warehouse for storing fur pelts destined for export, served as the settlement's baker, and was even involved in correspondence with France regarding the colony's condition. His literacy made him valuable in a community where few could read or write. Pierre was also associated with the Company of One Hundred Associates, though his exact role remains debated by historians.

Life in New France was challenging. By 1625, only seven families resided in the settlement. The Desportes family's time in Quebec came to an abrupt end in 1629 when English forces led by David Kirke captured the outpost. Along with most other colonists, Pierre, Françoise, and young Hélène were forcibly repatriated to France via England.

Tragically, neither Pierre nor Françoise would return to the land they had helped pioneer. Pierre is believed to have died in Dieppe, France between 1629 and 1634, while Françoise passed away in 1632. Their daughter Hélène, however, would return to New France, likely under the guardianship of her aunt and uncle, Marguerite Langlois and Abraham Martin.

Despite their brief time in New France, Pierre and Françoise left an enduring legacy. Through Hélène's two marriages, first to Guillaume Hébert and then to Noël Morin, they became the ancestors of numerous individuals in North America, including several notable figures in entertainment, politics, and other fields.

While much of Pierre and Françoise's story remains shrouded in mystery, their role as some of the earliest French settlers in Canada, and as parents to the first European child born in the colony, cements their place in the founding narrative of New France. Their lives exemplify the courage, adaptability, and perseverance required of those who laid the foundations for what would become modern Canada.

Pierre-Philippe married LANGLOIS, Françoise in 1620 in Lisieux, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, France. Françoise was born on 13 Jun 1580 in Lisieux, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, France; died on 21 Apr 1632 in Richelieu, Rouville, Quebec, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Differentiator: Among the very first settlers of Quebec

Notes:

Pierre Desportes, born around 1594 in France, was one of the earliest settlers in Samuel de Champlain's vision for a New France. Though his exact origins are unclear, Pierre was known to be literate, suggesting he received some education - a rarity for his time. He married Françoise Langlois, likely between 1617 and 1620 in France, before embarking on their life-changing journey to the New World.

The couple arrived at the fledgling Habitation de Quebec in 1619, accompanied by Françoise's sister Marguerite and her husband Abraham Martin. In this remote outpost on the St. Lawrence River, Pierre and Françoise became integral members of the small community. Their importance was underscored when Françoise gave birth to Hélène on July 7, 1620 - the first European child born in what would become Canada. Hélène's godmother was none other than Hélène Boullé, the wife of Samuel de Champlain himself.

Pierre wore many hats in the struggling colony. He managed a warehouse for storing fur pelts destined for export, served as the settlement's baker, and was even involved in correspondence with France regarding the colony's condition. His literacy made him valuable in a community where few could read or write. Pierre was also associated with the Company of One Hundred Associates, though his exact role remains debated by historians.

Life in New France was challenging. By 1625, only seven families resided in the settlement. The Desportes family's time in Quebec came to an abrupt end in 1629 when English forces led by David Kirke captured the outpost. Along with most other colonists, Pierre, Françoise, and young Hélène were forcibly repatriated to France via England.

Tragically, neither Pierre nor Françoise would return to the land they had helped pioneer. Pierre is believed to have died in Dieppe, France between 1629 and 1634, while Françoise passed away in 1632. Their daughter Hélène, however, would return to New France, likely under the guardianship of her aunt and uncle, Marguerite Langlois and Abraham Martin.

Despite their brief time in New France, Pierre and Françoise left an enduring legacy. Through Hélène's two marriages, first to Guillaume Hébert and then to Noël Morin, they became the ancestors of numerous individuals in North America, including several notable figures in entertainment, politics, and other fields.

While much of Pierre and Françoise's story remains shrouded in mystery, their role as some of the earliest French settlers in Canada, and as parents to the first European child born in the colony, cements their place in the founding narrative of New France. Their lives exemplify the courage, adaptability, and perseverance required of those who laid the foundations for what would become modern Canada.