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Gérald LACHANCE Obituary
Geological Survey of Canada, retired
Died peacefully on May 10, 2013 at the age of 87. Oldest son of Adélard and Dorilda (née Lavigne). Loving father of Suzanne, Ginette Sheen (Clarke), Michelle, Victor (Lisette Major), Jocelyne, Benoit (Susan King) and Marthe (Ian Leighton). Dear grandfather of Danielle Bruyère (Jean Lamadeleine), Laurier, Pascale and Marseille Lachance. Great- grandfather of Maxime, Julia and Camille Lamadeleine. Will be dearly missed by his brothers and sisters, Muriel Charron, Anita Lafrance, Henriette Joubarne, Célane Pagé (Paul), Alcide (Sylvia), Richard, Denis (Gert), Lorraine Martin and Marcel (Julie O'Hollaren). Predeceased by his wife Denise (née Ralph) and his brother Hubert. Gérald was a respected research scientist in the field of quantitative x-ray fluorescence analysis. The family would like to express its sincere thanks to all the nurses, personal support workers and staff who provided such wonderful care and comfort during his stay at Villa Marconi. In keeping with Gérald's wishes, there will be no wake or funeral. Interment will take place at a later date. For those wishing, memorial donations to Villa Marconi or the Parkinson's Society of Canada would be appreciated.
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Tariq Ahmedali
March 5, 2014
A most important XRF scientist. He made the accurate analysis of rocks and minerals practical with his mathematical corrections. A true gentleman. Always helpful.
Pat Sample
May 15, 2013
Jocelyne,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I know how much your dad meant to you. You were a great daughter. Thinking of you.
Gino L. Nicolini P.Eng.
May 15, 2013
Condolences Victor on the passing of your dad....
Dagmar&Michael Lachance
May 14, 2013
Victor,Lisette and Family
Our Deepest sympathies,we know your Dad
and Grandfather will be sadly missed. If we can be of any assistance please call.
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Fernand Jeannine Denise et Clandette Lavigne
May 14, 2013
Nos sincères condoléances a toute la Famille.
May 14, 2013
Jocelyne and Family;
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Very fond memories of both your Mom and Dad while living on Rosenthal.
Wendy (Sowa) Drake
France & Gilles Joubarne
May 14, 2013
Nos condoléances a la famille nos pensées sont avec vous.
Francois et Lucille Charron
May 14, 2013
Chers cousines et cousins,
Nos pensées et nos prières sont avec vous. En espérant que vos précieux moments et souvenirs vous aideront pendant cette période difficile.
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