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REGINALD PRIMEAU Obituary

REGINALD "REGGIE" PRIMEAU, 77, of Fort Wayne, died on Wednesday, May 28, 2014, at Canterbury Nursing Home. Born Aug. 13, 1936, in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan Canada, he was a son of the late Richard and Mary Catherine Primeau. He and his wife and family moved to Fort Wayne in 1961 where he played hockey for the Fort Wayne Komets. After his hockey career, he worked in the food brokerage business until retirement. He was proud of his many athletic accomplishments, his induction into the Komet Hockey Hall of Fame and Prince Albert Saskatchewan Hall of Fame, being named 1955 Athlete of the Year in Prince Albert and was honored to have his #12 Komet Jersey retired by the team. He will always be remembered by his family and friends for his jovial laugh and infectious smile and leaves many wonderful memories for all to cherish. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 58 years, Sonja; sons, Richie (Diane), Greg (Gretchen) and Rodney; daughter, Pam (Randy) Potts; grandchildren, Lindsey Primeau, Lesley (Dave) Slowik, Ashley (Jack) Runyon, Aimee (Shaun) Mungovan, Ryan (Ashley) Potts, and Corey (fiancé, Lindsey Pape); great-grandchildren, Carley and Courtlynn Slowik, Tanner and Cameron Potts, Dylan and Avery Mungovan, Ryder and Rysen Runyon and Ryder Pape; brother, Ron Primeau; and sister, Elsie Knoble. He was preceded in death by brothers, Alex, Ernie, Larry, Norm, and Clarence; sisters, Phyllis, Lina, Alvine, and Gladys. A memorial service for Reggie is 11 a.m. Saturday, May 31, 2014, at St. Albans Episcopal Church, 7308 St. Joe Road, with calling one hour prior. Calling also from 2 to 4 and 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 30, 2014, at St. Albans Episcopal Church. He will be laid to rest at Covington Memorial Gardens at a later date. In lieu of flowers, his wishes were to have memorials to the St. Albans Church and Youth Group. "A special thanks to all of the Canterbury Nursing Home staff and residents for their care and friendship to Reg and family. Also, thank you to the St. Albans family and our dear father Dan." www.covingtonmemorial.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on May 30, 2014.

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John Oblinger

June 3, 2014

I was very sad to hear about the passing of Reggie.

During my visits back to Fort Wayne to watch the Komets, Gary Daniels and I would always stop by and say hello and visit with "Chief" for a few minutes. What great memories!

My condolences to the family.

Anne Ballantyne

June 1, 2014

Dear Sonja and Family
So sad to hear of Reg's passing . Thoughts of you always dear cousin Sonja .
With Love,
Anne and Fred ( and I know I speak for all the Skrudland's )

Margaret Schreifels

May 31, 2014

Hi Sonja and family,

Sending you lots of love today. Reg was such a special guy to our family. I remember so many great stories of spending time together. Mostly all of the laughs that happened so easily and often with Reg. Love you very much.

Love Marge and family.

Doug Nonnenmacher

May 30, 2014

Pam you and your family have my deepest condolences.

May 30, 2014

Sonja,
I am so sorry to hear about Reggie. You and him have always been great friends to our family. He was a wonderful man and will be truly missed by all. You and the kids are in our prayers. God bless you all.
Scott Knapp and family

Eva Perry

May 30, 2014

Sonja,
My prayers are with you and the family. May God be especially close at this time. I have great memories of Reggie on the ice. Greg, look to God for the peace you need.

Polly Cross

May 30, 2014

Sonja,
I am so sorry to hear of Reggie's passing. This is a very hard time for you and your family. In time you will be able to remember all the good times. I am thinking of you and your family.
Polly Cross

May 30, 2014

My deepest sympathy at this difficult time. Mary Jane Johnston

Bart Roberts

May 30, 2014

Our Condolences to you and your family.
Bart Roberts
Michele Miller
Bret Roberts
Jennifer Pippin

Jerry Armstrong

May 30, 2014

Rod, I wish to express my deepest condolences to you and your family. Nancy and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tim & Tina Putt

May 30, 2014

We are so blessed to have had Reggie and the entire Primeau family in our lives for so many years. We love you Reggie and you will be missed. Love & Prayers

May 30, 2014

Pam, Randy & the entire family, our thoughts are with you. May you find comfort in all the friends and family that are with you. There is much to be thankful for. Ken & Doris Melvin

Christy Norder

May 30, 2014

I had the pleasure of getting to know Reggie a few years ago when we worked out at Summit City Fitness. What a character! Listening to the stories he and his friend Gayle used to tell always put a smile on my face. I have missed chatting with him while riding our stationary bikes. He was such a competitor that he would always try to pedal as fast as me and then laugh when he couldn't keep up...later joking he should still be able to keep up even though I was only half his age! I am sure he was a blessing to his family and will be missed by all!

May 30, 2014

Randy and Pam,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Primeau family. Some of my favorite memories of Komet games were chatting with Reggie. Always a smile!

With Love,
Todd, Julie, Chris, Amanda, and Nick Hoy

Ken Sobecki Sr.

May 30, 2014

Sonja,

I worked with Reggie at the LaCross Co. I always remember with a smile and enjoyed the time knowing Reggie. My condolences to you and your family.

Rose Scranton

May 30, 2014

My father worked at the Coliseum, and we were able to go to Komets games. Sometimes we even got to meet the players. Reg and the players of that generation were wonderful gentlemen. Proud that so many of them called Fort Wayne "home." You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you with his strength and peace.

May 30, 2014

Our sincere condolences to Greg and family for your loss.
Bill Perse and family

Rebecca Frye

May 30, 2014

Oh Rod, I am so sorry about your Dad passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts are with you all.

Joy Ensch

May 30, 2014

Pam n Randy, was so sorry to read of the passing of your father...may God comfort you all...thoughts n prayers for the family

May 29, 2014

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY YOU DRAW CLOSE TO OUR LOVING GOD BY READING HIS WORD, AND FIND COMFORT IN THE HOPE THAT HE GIVES US ALL : OF SEEING OUR LOVED ONES AGAIN IN A BEAUTIFUL NEW PARADISE HERE ON EARTH.

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