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1932
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2018
David Desrosiers Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David Armand Desrosiers, 85, of Terrace Bay, ON. Dave passed away peacefully at the McCausland Hospital in Terrace Bay on January 2, 2018 after a short battle with Cancer.
Born in Kapuskasing, ON. on December 10, 1932 to Arthur and Adelaide Desrosiers. Dave enjoyed playing hockey in the north and played through the ranks up to the Sudbury Wolves Junior A, which led to a tryout with the Montreal Canadiens. In 1954, Dave moved to Terrace Bay to start his family and work at Kimberly-Clark. In 1966, he quit the mill to purchase the White Rose Service Station which became Island View Shell Service and began his career as a successful businessman. The business grew and expanded and with his son Curtis it became Dave Desrosiers and Son Ltd. Dave was affectionately known throughout the North Shore as ‘Big D', this became his trademark during his construction era.
Dave was a pillar of the community and his positive influence was felt by so many. He was the last living member of the inaugural executive that built the Aguasabon Golf Club. Dave was awarded an honorary life membership to the golf club as well as the Terrace Bay Curling Club. Dave served on Terrace Bay town council for six years as a councillor. He was recently inducted into the Township of Terrace Bay Wall of Fame as a builder, sponsor and hockey player on the 1961 Terrace Bay Superiors Hockey Club.
Dave is survived by his wife Marjorie Desrosiers, his children Curtis (Laurie), Adele, Louise (Raymond) Bernard and Denyse (Bart). Step-children David (Morria) Liebrock, Mark Liebrock (deceased) and Janice (Mario) Veneziano. Seven grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren and three great-grandchildren: Bradley, Zoey and Ellyanna. Also survived by his sister Georgette Morin. The family would like to thank Dr. Shaheen and the staff at the McCausland Hospital for their care and compassion.
It was his request and wish to be cremated with no memorial service. His request will be respected. Those wishing to make a donation in Dave's honour may do so at a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Desrosiers
13 Entries
Roz Calder
January 10, 2018
I am deeply saddened to find out about your Father's passing. He was such a great man who holds a place near and dear to my heart. He and your Mom were my Godparents and I was truly blessed by that. My condolences to everyone in the family. Love and hugs and stuff to all. xo
Kim St Louis
January 7, 2018
My condolences to Curtis, Adele, Louise, Denise and families on the loss of our father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was a great man and a pillar of the community.
January 7, 2018
Theo and I send our condolences to all of you
Dorothy-jeanne Kennedy
January 7, 2018
Dear Desrosiers family,
I am so sorry to hear about your father. He will be missed; he touched so many lives. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Ted and Maria Speziale
January 7, 2018
Our Condolences to Marge and Family . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time
Billie Jo Keating
January 6, 2018
So sorry for your Loss. Dave was a great man and business person. He will always be fondly thought of. Glad to of had the opportunity to meet up with him again last year. I have good memories from the Desrosiers' days. I painted a picture of his cement truck once a long time ago. Thoughts are with all of the family. Sincerely B Jo
Louise Vezina Hollaway
January 6, 2018
I'm so very sorry for your loss David & Devon. To all the Desrosiers children & spouses, I know how hard it is to loose a dad. Be grateful you had him all these years. Again, my sincere condolences.
Michele Borsa
January 6, 2018
Sonny and I would like to offer our sincere sympathies to Marge and all family members..Dave was a icon in the community..remember the good times and memories they are yours forever
January 6, 2018
Dear Aunt Marge,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
May your memories help you get through this and give you strength.
Love
Sherry and Alan D'Silva
Richard Zillman
January 6, 2018
Sorry for the loss of your father, Adele. Please contact us if you get a chance.
Monique & Alfonso
January 6, 2018
Our sincere condolences to the entire family. They say that a father's guiding hand always sits on the shoulder of his children and although he may be in a better place, losing such a strong figure in life is one of the hardest things many of us will go through. Our thoughts are with you. Monique Vezina and Alfonso Furgiuele
Nancy Barnett
January 6, 2018
My condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. You will be missed.
Terry and Susan Hay
January 6, 2018
Our deepest condolences to the family on the loss of Dave. He was greatly respectd and a big part of Terrace Bay.
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