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Guy Trottier Obituary
ENGLEWOOD — Trottier, Guy A., age 73 of Englewood, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at Hospice of Dayton. He had retired with 20 years of service from ABF Freight Systems as operations supervisor. Guy was also a former professional hockey player, playing for the Dayton Gems, Buffalo Bison, Toronto Maple Leafs and the New York Rangers. He also was an assistant coach for the Dayton Bombers. Guy loved his family, especially watching and supporting his three grandchildren play sports. He is survived by his wife of 49 years: Dianne (Shook) Trottier, sons and daughters-in-law: Daniel (Sandra) Trottier of Clayton, Gilles (Teri) Trottier of Clayton, grandchildren: Ashley, Jackson and Ryan Trottier, sister: Lise (Mark Ethier) Cholette-Trottier of Canada, brother: Pierre (Danielle) Trottier of Canada, brother-in-law: Don (Jeanne) Shook of Springboro, nieces: Amy (Tim) Metcalfe, Bethany (Michael) Schramm, special nieces and nephew, cousins, relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents: Albert and Albertene (Aubin) Trottier and granddaughter: Megan Trottier. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 27, 2014 at the Kindred Funeral Home (400 Union Blvd., Englewood) with Rev. Dan Kincer officiating. Interment will follow the service at Memorial Park Cemetery in Dayton. The family will receive friends on Thursday, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dayton or the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.KindredFuneralHome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Guy Trottier
Drew Riddle
July 2, 2014
My thoughts and prayers to the whole family..it saddens me to here the news. He was my childhood hero! I'll always remember the Guy (Mr Trottier is what I called him) who game me my first real hockey stick...who carried an organ on his back when we moved...who pinned Dirk in 8 seconds on the front lawn...who could make the best use of colorful words that us young kids really admired - except when I knocked out Daniel's tooth during driveway hockey. Yes, Mr Trottier also gave us the goals for the driveway too. He could also throw a mean curve ball. In my eyes he could do it all...and he did. He was a great person and will always be my hero!
Wayne Caufield
July 2, 2014
Been a long time since 1963 in Philadelphia, when I played with Guy, but I so remember those times and am sorry to hear of Guy's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Guy's family. RIP, Guy.
Mark & Steve Sheets
June 30, 2014
RIP Guy! As the sons of Chuck Sheets, we grew up playing hockey & knew both Guy & Dianne. Then we both worked as off-ice officials for the Bombers & was around Guy & I (Mark) got to know Daniel & son while goal judging for the Bombers & at Troy Hobart Arena when I was ref for Daniel's son's games. Guy was constantly present & I got to see he & Dianne quite a lot. Will sure miss seeing & talking to Guy.
Keep close to God, Dianne & family & He will see you thru this difficulty.
Chuck Sheets
June 30, 2014
I feel so fortunate to have known & worked with Guy, one fine gentleman. All my years of refing DAHA, college, Old Timers, Silver Stick & other Hockey tournaments, being Gems goal judge many years, then head of Bombers Off-Ice Officials 13 years (retiring from that team the same year as Guy), kept me close in touch with him. But that wasn't the end of his hockey connections. I remember him wanting me to ref games for lower leagues he coached in, long after I had retired from refing. RIP Guy & keep the fellow hockey players up there in line!
It has been a pleasure knowing you & your family, also Dianne. If me or my family can do anything for you, please let us know. I am 81, but still make a good Grandfather (for sports minded youngsters especially as have an 11 yr old granddaughter in several sports needing support - she even tried hockey a few yrs from 4yrs of age).
Phyllis Sheets
June 30, 2014
Haven't had a clear head since hearing of Guy's passing late Fri. The Gems brought Hockey to Dayton & we remember the original players & at the top of the list is GUY TROTTIER! He was on his way to the highest league, made it & as he came back down Dayton was fortunate to get him the rest of his life which ended too soon. The Hockey World has lost one of it's finest & truly great representatives. He was Dayton's "Mr. Hockey" for sure. He was friendly & likeable to all who met him & we could see he was a loving family man too. We thank you Dianne & your family for sharing him with all of us. Your fond & loving memories will always keep him near. Thoughts & Prayers are with you at this difficult time & God Bless all of you. So glad to have gotten to know you too.
Cyndamarie Gunn
June 25, 2014
Guy was a Great Guy, loved talking to him at the hockey games, Bombers, Gems, Demonz . I was not old enough to remember him playing with the Original Dayton Gems, However his heart was always in hockey. You helped me during some rough spots last season and always was willing to talk to the fans. I hold great respect for you. and You will be missed. Deepest Condolences to the whole family. - Cyndamarie and Nigel Gunn , Connie Moore
Teresa Woodhouse
June 24, 2014
Guy will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Victoria Kepler-Robson
June 24, 2014
So sorry to hear of this news, our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, family, friends, and all his fans. He was one of those players we loved to watch play hockey when we were supporting the Dayton Gems in the 1960's. He will be missed.
Jim Dennis
June 24, 2014
Guy was one of the greatest hockey players in Dayton history.He was well respected and will be missed by all in the greater Dayton hockey community.Our deepest sympathy is extended to his family.
The Dayton Hockey Assn./Dayton Stealth
Dee Hammers
June 23, 2014
Prayers for you and your family, Dianne
Bryan and Lou Hill
June 23, 2014
We shall always be grateful to Mr. Troitter for his rigorous coaching of our son Scott when he was a member of the Dayton Travel Hockey Team. Guy's coaching ability helped provide the necessary competitive tools that allowed Scott to play four years of College Hockey. Our prayers are with Dianne, Daniel and Gilles.
Tammy Stewart
June 23, 2014
Sending our thoughts & prayers to the Trottier Family.....Guy will be missed by all.
Kevin, Tammy & Ben Stewart
June 23, 2014
I'm so sorry to hear this news. Guy was a great hockey player and he will be missed by everyone. We rented his home in Dayton while he was playing in Buffalo. I'm so sorry to hear this news.
Lynn MacMillan (Garry)
Richard Ransom (Former Gems Owner)
June 22, 2014
I have a lot of fond memories working with Guy, the Dayton hockey community will miss him.
SUSAN WILTSHIRE
June 22, 2014
Guy will be missed greatly by every life he touched. I have always loved your family and I am so saddened by your loss. My Mom wants you to know that you are in her thoughts & prayers also. Please let us know if there is anything you need in this time of grief.
Susan Wiltshire
Huguette and Bob Collins
June 22, 2014
I have many fond memories of growing up with Guy and will cherish them forever. Please know that amidst the distance, our thoughts and prayers are with you Diane and all of the family. Take good care during these difficult times. Love Huguette (Levesque) and Bob Collins.
Gerry Moore
June 22, 2014
Guy will be missed by many as he was a man who was "ONE OF A KIND". Diane, my sympathies to you and your family.
Gerry Moore
June 22, 2014
Guy will be missed not only by you and your family, but by many who knew him as a man who was " ONE Of A Kind".
My thoughts are with you remembering the good times.
Shirley Wick
June 22, 2014
It has been my pleasure and honor to have known you if only for a short time. I'm sure that you touched many hearts, I know you did mine. You will forever be remembered. God bless you Guy. And may God Bless your Family, Friends,and Fans That love and miss you. Love Shirley Wick
Gerry & Marcy Mazur
June 22, 2014
Dianne and family,
We are so very sorry to hear that Guy has passed. Please accept our deepest sympathy. We wish you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold forever in your hearts. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.
Lorne & Verna Weighill
June 22, 2014
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Guy. Having played with him on the Gems and just knowing him was an honor. Will certainly all miss him. He was a good friend to all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys Diane.
chuck & sunny curtis
June 22, 2014
so sorry to hear of guy's passing. saw him play with the gems, coach the bombers, & attend his boys daha games. both my boys played hockey at hara too
June 22, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Diane and family. Having played hockey with Guy and just knowing him was an honor. He'll be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Lorne & Verna Weighill - Regina, Sk. Canada
June 22, 2014
Our thoughts, prayers and sadness go without saying. All of you are in our hearts as we think back over those wonderful years that Guy shared with so many. Guy was not only a coach, but also a respected (and sometimes feared) mentor to so many young hockey players who were blessed to have him as their coach. Our love Eva & Tom Coughnour and Christian Gillum
June 22, 2014
Dianne, So sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. Thinking of you & your family at this time. Carol Boss Bernardo, Fairfield, Ohio (St. Paul Methodist Church)
Bob Leibold
June 22, 2014
Guy was a Wonderful person. He did so much to help others. Bob Leibold
tom foster
June 21, 2014
lots of fond memories of guy with the gems ,, deepest sympathies to the family ....
Michelle Camper-Davis
June 21, 2014
Words cannot tell you all how sorry I am for the loss of Guy. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, mentor, and more to so many. God Bless you all as you search for peace during this time.
Robert Kirchner
June 21, 2014
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Robert Kirchner
June 21, 2014
Thoughts and Prayers to the Trottier Family.
Clinton Roberts
June 21, 2014
I sadly only got to meet Guy and my 7th Cousin Lefty McFadden only once but I'll never forget listing in as Guy and Lefty talked about hockey and the days of the Dayton Gems.
Carol Roberts
June 21, 2014
Daniel, I remember your father well. So sorry for your loss.
-Carol Roberts, Englewood
Jody O'Dell
June 21, 2014
I am very saddened to hear of the Trottier family's loss.
I am proud and honored to have known Guy and he will be missed by countless friends and family. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Peace be with you all. Rest in peace, Guy.
Jeff and Barb Wade
June 21, 2014
God has truly gained one of the best. Thank you, Guy for the endless and most cherished childhood memories I have as I had the great honor to learn to play the sport of hockey from one of the greatest. We will continue to pray for the Trottier family during this time. Please do not hesitate to call upon us if there may ever be anything you may need. Love and Prayers to you all.
Patty Carter
June 21, 2014
One of the best... you know he's organizing a game in heaven right now! Godspeed, Guy...
Kathy Rupp
June 21, 2014
Rest in peace my friend
Dora Throckmorton
June 21, 2014
Your presence will be missed Guy. Hockey at Hara will never be the same without you there.
June 21, 2014
Guy was a Great Guy, loved talking to him at the hockey games, Bombers, Gems, Demonz . I was not old enough to remember him playing with the Original Dayton Gems, However his heart was always in hockey. You helped me during some rough spots last season and always was willing to talk to the fans. I hold great respect for you. and You will be missed. Deepest Condolences to the whole family.
Bill Brush
June 21, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers for the Trottier Family ! Rest in peace my friend !
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