Robert Roy Brassard

Robert Roy Brassard

Robert Brassard Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 22, 2008.
BRASSARD _ Robert Roy October 1, 1930 - October 17, 2008 It is with great sadness the family of Roy Brassard announces his passing on October 17, 2008. Roy passed away peacefully at the Peter Lougheed Hospital in Calgary surrounded by his loving family after a battle with leukemia. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-eight years, Sheila, and his children Scott (Janice), Cal (Shawna), Terryl (John), Alison (Mark) and his six loving grandchildren Jessica, Graham, Jonathan, James, Brian and Kira. Roy is also survived by his sisters Joan (Roy) Maguire and Sharon (Jeff) Breckenridge and his brother Glen (Loretta) Brassard. The Funeral Service will be held at Zion Evangelical Missionary Church in Didsbury on Thursday, October 23, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. Zion is located at the corner of Highway 582 and 20 Avenue in Didsbury. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heroes Character Education Program at Westglen School in Didsbury. Roy was a Hero. Donations can be sent to Westglen School, Bag 200, Didsbury, AB, T0M 0W0 and designated "Heroes Program". Condolences to the family may be forwarded from www.mem.com . Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL CHAPELS, Didsbury. Telephone: 1-403-335-4773. Proudly serving our community for over forty-five years.

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Pam Boutilier

November 7, 2008

Dear Sheila and family: I was so saddened to learn of Roy's passing. What a truly wonderful man. I was privileged to have worked with him early in my career when he was an MLA for Olds-Didsbury. His caring and compassionate manner meant so much to me, and over the years I have often thought of both you, Sheila, and Roy. From time to time, we were able to reconnect (when Roy was the Chair of the School Board and I was Executive Assistant to the Minister of Education, Hon. Zwozdesky). I will treasure those brief opportunities forever. May he rest in peace. God bless you, Sheila, and your entire family.

Heather Johnson

November 4, 2008

Scott, Janice & family, we were so sorry to hear of your loss. May your family continue to have great and joyful gatherings. Our sincere condolences.
Heather & Paula

Audrey & Bob Christle

October 29, 2008

Sheila and family. We were so sorry to hear about Roy's death. We have some very nice memories of a warm, caring man.
We send our love and our prayers to all of you.

Anita Johnson

October 28, 2008

Dear Sheila & family,
We are so sorry to hear of Roy's death and share in your sorrow..we remember him as a kind man with a great sence of humour..please accept our sincere condolences..in friendship always, Anita & Gordon Johnson & family

Patricia Bain

October 26, 2008

Dear Sheila, Scott, Cal, Terryl, Alison and families. I am so saddened to hear of Roy's passing. He was a gentle, kind giant of a man. I have many wonderful memories of the Bains and Brassards as our families grew up together in Thunder Bay. Thinking of you with much sadness. Love to you all - Patti Bain and family

Marianne McBride

October 25, 2008

Mr. Brassard made the world a brighter and kinder place to be. My heart is with you all; I can only imagine how, in the warmth of his legacy, you are taking care of each other in this time of great sadness. He was a jewel, one of my favorite people, and I'll never forget him. My love to you all, Marianne

Rick and Joan Kirkbride

October 25, 2008

Sheila and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Roy's passing. Such a fine gentleman and a friend to many. He was a credit to all who knew him and a role model to many.Our sincere sympathy.

Bev and Les Wygiera

October 25, 2008

Dear Sheila and family
We were so sorry to hear of Roy's passing. He was a great man and will be sadly missed.

Renee Brassard

October 23, 2008

Dear Brassard family

I was so sorry to hear that one of the last links to my Dad has gone. I remember how wonderful it was to see more Brassards. I also remember going to school with Alison for a little while at St Michael's in Caglary. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.

Renee Brassard (Dib & Del's youngest daughter)

Anthony E. Ball

October 23, 2008

I have been very moved by Roy's passing; the years we were associated both in business and in pleasure now seem all too short .He was my friend and I am very grateful for the happy times we shared together.

Palma & Gord Mandigo

October 23, 2008

To The Brassard Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Palma and Gord Mandigo

Tracey Brosh

October 23, 2008

Sheila and Family
My thoughts are with you all. Roy was certainly a man amongst men. I know he will be missed & lovingly remembered by the many peoples' lives he touched, including mine.
God Bless
Tracey

Kerry Valerie Strome

October 23, 2008

Cal & Shawna
Our deepest condolences go out to you & your family. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.

Mark, Chris, Chelsey and Tommy Brassard

October 23, 2008

Aunty Sheila and family
Uncles Roys passing is a loss for us all. He was a wonderful man and a great hero. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you.

Eleanor and Phil Amend

October 22, 2008

Dear Sheila,
We send our love and prayers to you and the family. We remember Roy as such a gentleman, kind and welcoming and always enjoying a good chuckle.
Eleanor and Phil Amend (Loretta's sister)

Rhonda Schneidmiller (Bogner)

October 22, 2008

Alison and Brassard Family.

My thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. Your memories, family and friends will help you through your time of grief.

October 22, 2008

Aunty Sheila
Our hearts and prayers go out to you. I only wish our Addison could have met a man I truly respected and admired. With all our love,
Rob, Jessica and Addison Brassard

Brenda Prysko (nee Proudfoot)

October 22, 2008

Sheila, Alison, and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Roy (I can't help but say Mr. Brassard) was a wonderful role model for me as I was growing up. I have very fond memories of spending time with you that will never be forgotten. You were so kind to us during the loss of our father, that my heart breaks that I won't be able to attend the service. Please know that I am thinking of you.

Kindest regards,

SUSAN AND BRIAN HARDY

October 22, 2008

Dear Cal,Shawna and family: We were saddened to hear of your loss. It is with fond memories we recall the Valleyview days with the Brassard's.Our thoughts are with you.

Karen Brassard Whyte

October 22, 2008

Dear Sheila and family,
Just wanted you to know how sorry I was to hear about Roy. I remember how happy all of the "Del Brassards" were to know there was another Brassard family member in the area. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karen Whyte (Del's oldest daughter.)

Greg & Maureen Ramage

October 22, 2008

Dear Scott, Janice and families:
We were so sad to read today of your Father's passing. We send you our Deepest Sympathy and prayers at this very hard time. What a wonderful smile he had in the picture in the paper. We are so sorry for your loss. Take Care.
Your friends, Greg & Maureen Ramage

Debbie MacIsaac

October 22, 2008

Roy was a wonderful 'gentleman'. I will truly miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sue Broderick

October 22, 2008

Sheila and Family, I worked for Roy in the Legislature, along with Rod, Leslie and Faith and that time was so special to me. Roy was a great man, with a wonderful, caring heart. I often think of him. My deepest condolences.

Jim Findlater

October 22, 2008

Sheila and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Roy was a special man and we have fond memories of him from the days in Winnipeg.
Sincerely, Jim & Peggy Findlater (Red Deer, AB)

Tammy Durbano

October 22, 2008

Auntie Sheila, Scott, Cal, Terryl and Alison,

May fond memories and the strength and love of family and friends provide you with comfort and guide you through the days and weeks ahead. Even though we cannot be with you during this time, you are all in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your families.
All our love,
Tammy, Peter, Janetta, Alexa and David
(P.S. Put Another Log on the Fire will never sound the same!)

Jason & Christina Brassard

October 22, 2008

Know that our thoughts & prayers are with you

Myrna and Bob Nuss

October 22, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to you, Sheila, and all the family. Roy will be sorely missed.

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