Yvonne Eure Aucoin

Yvonne Eure Aucoin, a long-time resident of Virginia Beach, passed away on December 24, 2025, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. She faced her illness with grace, strength, and unwavering dignity, sustained by her deep faith and trust in Jesus Christ. Yvonne graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School (Class of 1964) before earning her bachelor’s degree from James Madison University and a master’s degree from East Carolina University in mathematics. A lifelong educator, she shared her love of mathematics with generations of students during more than 50 years of teaching at Tidewater Community College (TCC), Old Dominion University (ODU) and Norfolk State University (NSU). Her commitment to her students, her discipline, and her encouragement influenced countless lives. She formed lifelong bonds of friendship with her many fellow TCC, ODU and NSU associates. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Commander James “Jim” Aucoin, United States Navy (Retired), of Virginia Beach, VA; her parents, Mills Roberts and Belle Boyce Eure; and her brother, Robert Brooks Eure, all of Portsmouth, VA. She is survived by her sisters-in-law, Anne Aucoin Jordan and Elizabeth Aucoin; her stepchildren, Diane Aucoin Burkeen (Frank) of Culver, OR, David Aucoin (Lynne) of Fairfax, VA, William Aucoin (Dana) of Annapolis, MD, and Stacey Aucoin Baca (Robert) of Annapolis, MD; along with several step grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She treasured her companionship with Robert “Bob” Maynard of Virginia Beach, VA, her friendship with Jennifer Jordan Smith of Chesapeake, VA and many others. She also adored her faithful German Shepherd, Lily. Yvonne formed lifelong bonds with fellow educators through her membership in Delta Kappa Gamma and cherished her friendships within the Order of the Eastern Star. Raised at Elm Avenue United Methodist Church in Portsmouth, she later became a devoted member of Baylake United Methodist Church in Virginia Beach. She lovingly prepared weekly lessons for the Friendship Sunday School Class, where she was a gifted teacher, an enthusiastic supporter of mission and outreach ministries, and a trusted friend to many. A memorial service will be held at Baylake United Methodist Church, 4300 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 2PM, with the Reverend David Edinger presiding. A private burial occurred at Olive Branch Cemetery in Portsmouth, VA where Yvonne was laid to rest alongside her parents and other family members. Her family and friends would like to express their gratitude to Bay Lake Retirement & Assisted Living, Trinity Hospice, Sentara Virginia Beach staff and Dr. Veronique Duguay for the loving care that she received during her illness.