Francois Andre Meunier, 76, passed away peacefully at his home in Smithfield, VA on September 19, 2020. Francois was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada to Francois Meunier and Claire Paradis, the oldest of seven siblings. Joining the Canadian Forces at age 17, he rose through the ranks to Major over a proud 36-year career that included multiple overseas assignments supporting United Nations missions. While assigned to the Canadian Embassy in Washington, D.C, he met his wife, US Navy Captain Lisa Meunier (nee Blomquist). Upon his retirement in 1996, he happily became a Navy spouse accompanying her on assignments to New Orleans, Washington, DC, Newport RI, and Norfolk, VA where she retired in 2006. Since then, they have enjoyed a wonderful life of travel, good food, and good friends. Among many family members and friends, left to mourn him are his son Eric Meunier and granddaughter, Amora, of Scarborough, Ontario; and stepson, Alexander Gutierrez of Austin, Texas. Francois will always be remembered for tall tales, a ready smile, and hearty laugh. He will be so missed. Interment at the Albert G. Horton Veterans Cemetery will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be registered at www.littlesfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Daily Press on Sep. 22, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Francois Meunier

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14 Entries

Collette Lupien

November 23, 2020

Worked with him at the Canadian Embassy in Washington for a few years.

Barbara Eger

October 1, 2020

Lisa, Condolences from Surry Garden Club

Carol Pottenger

September 27, 2020

Dear Lisa, Vicky shared the sad news about your loss. Mike and I send our condolences; this has been such a tragic year for so many, then Francois passing so swiftly is just terrible news. He was such a special and unique man, I know you will miss him horribly despite his recent illness. Our thoughts and prayers, and those of your Navy colleagues, are with you and your family. Big hugs. Carol Pottenger

Sara Zak

September 27, 2020

Dear Lisa, Cherish the wonderful memories you have of your handsome and debonair co-host, sous chef, grill meister, travel buddy and story teller. Many will miss his graciousness and humor.

Janet Fitzpatrick

September 26, 2020

Only knew Francois for a very short time, when he was volunteering at Langley. I always enjoyed talking to him about Canada. May God wrap His arms around you and your family to comfort you at this time.

Peg Hoagland

September 23, 2020

Lisa, Ted and I are so sorry for your loss. God works in strange ways as we know and he knows what is best. Your memories and times together will carry you thru.❤

Patricia Martin

September 23, 2020

The world lost a great guy. Please accept my sincerest sympathy. Pat Martin

Albert Burckard

September 23, 2020

The Carrollton Civic League expresses sincere condolence to our friend Lisa on the loss of her beloved husband.

Ann Shreve

September 22, 2020

So sorry for your loss. As a member of LLS, I enjoyed your classes so much and knew Francois was always in the wings to help and support you.

Kathy D'Andria

September 22, 2020

Lisa, Joe and I are so sorry to hear about your husband. You and your family are in our thoughts.

September 22, 2020

So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.

Steve Senkovich

September 22, 2020

Au revoir mon ami. Repose en paix.

Chris Chance

September 21, 2020

I am terribly saddened to hear of Frank's death. I knew him first in 1975 in Valcartier, Quebec when he was with the Headquarters and Signals Squadron and I was with the Douzieme Regiment Blinde du Canada (12th Canadian Armoured Regiment). I was delighted to meet up again in Cyprus in 1983 when Frank was with the Regiment as the unit Signals Officer, and I was the Senior Duty Officer in the Joint Operations Center that we staffed for the Canadian Contingent, headquartered in Nicosia, as part of the UN Peacekeeping force (UNFICYP). As a brother officer, I found Frank to be a great companion, a true professional, and possessed of a wonderful sense of humour. To Lisa, and your family, may you take comfort in knowing how many people Frank touched, and how many will be raising a glass to a fine soldier. Thanks for the memories Frank.

Annette Crocker

September 21, 2020

Oh Lisa. So sorry to hear this. Love you

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