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April 1, 2009
Marie, Faheem, Aaron and Myles
We were shocked and saddened when we heard the news of Jerome's death. We wish we could remove the deep pain and sorrow you are feeling. Our thoughts are with you and the family as you struggle through this devastating loss. We hope that the wonderful memories of Jerome and your family and friends help to get you through this difficult time.
Carol, Steve, Amanda and Adam Waterloo Ontario
Tom & Donna Lee Gilbert
March 23, 2009
To Paula and the Giroux Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I worked with Jerome for a number of years in Leamington and he taught me a lot about the car business and the one saying I will always remember Jerome buy is "Git-R-Done"
We will all miss him.
Kelly Fulsom
March 22, 2009
As I made the 3 hour drive home from Jerome’s service on Saturday, I had plenty of time to reflect. I know now that I needed to be there to have some sort of closure to Jerome’s death, and although I had never met any of Jerome’s family prior, it was remarkable to me how I somehow felt that I indeed had met them all. How could this feeling be, and then it hit me! Over the years, Jerome shared so many stories with me of his “Great” family, and of course his mom Lucienne, I felt that I already knew them all through Jerome! As I sat at Jerome’s service and looked over at his family it was easy for me to see why indeed Jerome was such a proud man.
Just before I walked out of that church, I walked to the front to look at Jerome’s picture one last time, then whispered a few words to my friend and laid my hand on the box that contained his ashes, and then said “good-bye buddy” Closure at last. So to the Giroux family, I say “Thank You”… for that service, I truly needed that.
As I sat with friends and “new friends” (it was like Jerome was there introducing me to all of these new friends, cause we all know that it’s what he would do) enjoying a really nice lunch and listened to Jerome’s brother Claude and his brother in law Faheem’s speech reflecting on their memories of Jerome’s life, I knew indeed that I had been the friend of a really great guy. As the day was coming to an end, I was compelled to meet as many of the family members as possible face to face. Speaking with his mom and Paula and a few of his brothers and Faheem, it was quickly impressed upon me where all of Jerome’s “classy characteristics” came from, (of course that’s after he had cleaned up, ha-ha). Thank you for taking that time to speak with me, it meant a lot and I needed that. I really appreciated those conversations and as I said to Lucienne just before I left, “our paths in life may not ever cross again, however they will forever be linked because of Jerome”.
My life is enriched because Jerome and you all!
May God Bless You All !
Kelly Fulsom
PS. Our foursome at the Grand Bend golf tourney will never be the same as we will forever play 1 member short in memory of “The Mayor”
James Woodiwiss
March 21, 2009
Paula and the Giroux family,
You have my deepest sympathy and prayers in this great loss. Jerome was my neighbour but I considered him a dear friend. He will be greatly missed. I give my condolences to all family and friends.
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Bryan Chauvin
March 21, 2009
Jerome will be remembered for the good man that he was... My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family.
Mena Lepera
March 21, 2009
Paula,
My deepest condolences are with you during this most difficult time...
Mena
Rob Pallotto
March 20, 2009
To the Giroux family:
My dearest sympathy to the family of my good friend. Jerome gave me the opportunity 8 years ago when he hired me into sales and he has definitely helped me to where I am today. I couldn't have done it without him! Everyday working with Jerome was a great day! You will be surely missed by everyone that has ever met you!
Go with God buddy!
Ron and Penny Blanchard
March 20, 2009
Dear Rick, Barb and all of the Giroux
Family:
It is apparent from all the wonderful
tributes that Jerome was a great son, brother and friend. He will be sadly missed by many. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Rick Jamotte
March 20, 2009
Dear Paula and Giroux Family,
We were shocked to hear about the passing of Jerome and we wanted to send you our heartfelt condolences. Your entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Rick and Sue Jamotte
Wes Cronheimer & Dawn Gallagher
March 19, 2009
Dear the Giroux family, our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Jerome was a wonderful man to everyone he had in his life and will never be forgotten.
Richard Andruchow
March 19, 2009
Jerome Giroux had been many an association to me over the 25 years I’ve known him;
Family acquaintance – colleague – superior – confidante - mentor.
But long before his life ended far too soon, I considered him a lifelong friend. And for that, I will sadly miss his company in the weeks, months & years to come.
It was sometime in the early ‘80’s that I was first introduced to Jerome when my father who was the Sales Manager for a modest little dealership in Leamington hired him. Little did I know at the time that Jerome & I were only a couple of years apart in age because I had always associated anyone that worked as a car salesman must be doing so because they’ve tried their hand at a dozen other careers before settling in on a big ticket sales profession. Surely they must be a lot older than the boss’ son?
Fast forward about 10 years later – and I find myself approaching 30, still living at home [Dear Lord!] and no clear cut career path to follow when the same person responsible for hiring Jerome at that same dealership is now suggesting such a profession in sales to me. Now take my word for it, it can be tough enough to still be living at home with your parents but going to work for your “old man” at the same time??? [I was going to need sound guidance on how to handle this]. Who knows how long I would have lingered at the decision to accept or decline the opportunity had I not sought the advice I received from Jerome during an unannounced visit I paid him back in the spring of ’92. Sound advice that I still recall to this day and wouldn’t hesitate to pass on to anyone who asked the same of me if they were considering a job in sales.
Less than 10 years beyond that eventful lunch hour, Jerome was back at the same dealership we both started at and our relationship grew further. From that time on I can solemnly attest to the following admirable qualities I keep of the man:
• Jerome was generous to a fault: I never heard the words “I’ve got it” more from anyone else when it came to settling up a bar bill or lunch tab
• He delivered brutal honesty – he even had annoying knack of embarrassing you with praise (in front of others) if he felt you deserved it
• He managed a keen sense of balance between his working relationship & his social relationship with fellow employees
• Anything he gave he got in return: particularly trust & respect - however if Jerome didn’t care for you as a person, he didn’t tell it to your face – instead he just simply decided not to associate with you
• He wouldn’t hesitate to make you the butt of one of his jokes but would laugh right along with you if you made him the same of one of yours – and a rewarding laugh it was
On a social level, had it not been for the privilege of being Jerome’s friend I would’ve never gained an appreciation for:
• NASCAR racing and the redneck nation that supports it – Mondays after race day won’t be the same again
• Various forgotten rock acts from the 70’s like Mott the Hoople & Montrose that I had drifted away from
• The cheesy little B-movie Suckers that crudely depicted the (not too exaggerated) day in the life of a car dealership
• Menthol cigarettes as a year round choice of flavour & not just when you were suffering a cold [mind you, I’ve been tobacco-free since the New Year]
• Penmanship better than my own – I always said it’s just as well he didn’t become a doctor b/c the pharmacists would insist any ‘scripts he wrote were fake
• A golf game that even Charles Barkley could compete with. Yet, you would be hard pressed not to appreciate him in your foursome.
When the circumstances of Jerome’s untimely death were finally reported to me I was at first, grief stricken at the notion that my sturdy, stubborn friend didn’t stand a chance to save himself. However in the meantime, I have found relief in knowing that he likely didn’t suffer. And knowing Jerome, if he did muster up a word in his last breath as his body betrayed him – I’m sure it was only 4 letters in length preceded by an “Oh”. And that would be perfectly acceptable to all of those that knew him well.
Despite this sad, sudden loss, I am very grateful for his most recent spontaneous visit to me just a month ago where we simply hung out and caught up on things for as long as I could manage to stay awake past 1 a.m. Jerome of course, stayed up and watched a movie for another couple of hours then crashed on my couch. You see, for as long as I knew Jerome I was never aware of him to refer to any one or two people that he went way back with like a lot of us can attest to – instead the only friends he needed were amongst his loyal customers, fellow employees and family members.
And for that, I will always feel privileged to have been a member of such an exclusive fraternity of friends and all the more thankful for the moments I kept company with a great guy, my dear friend – Jerome Giroux.
God Bless him & all the people he considered his friends!
Kelly Fulsom
March 19, 2009
TO THE GIROUX FAMILY
It is with absolute sadness that I offer my sincere condolences to you all for this unexpected and sudden family loss. I was fortunate to have been a friend of Jerome’s through the GM family for more than 13 years, with many great memories that I have come to reflect upon in recent days as I think of Jerome. We enjoyed many laughs each year as we got together annually amongst our common friends to share in a round of golf and dinner. A few years ago Jerome and I had the enjoyment of working together for a while and this lead to a friendship that I will now forever miss. Just a few days before Jerome left us all I was fortunate to have had the chance to catch up for a day with him, and share what now turns out to be some final great laughs and great conversations. Cherished moments indeed. One conversation that we often re-visited when we were able to catch up, was the Giroux Family and the many brothers and sisters and all their families. He spoke so proudly when speaking of his family. I want you all to know that.
I was proud to be his friend, and will forever remember Jerome (affectionately known to his GM family as “The Mayor”)
Kelly Fulsom
Simcoe, ON
Tim& Lori DesRosiers
March 19, 2009
Dear Mrs Giroux & Family
We were very shocked and sadden to hear of Jerome's passing. He was a good neighborhood friend and will be greatly missed! Our deepest sympathy to all his family & friends .Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.
Rick McCall
March 18, 2009
We are all suffering the loss of both a friend and a former employee. We find it extremely difficult to express our thoughts and emotions.
Wendy Luxford
March 18, 2009
Paula, I am sorry to hear about Jerome. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
Jackie Beacom
March 18, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences to all of you. You are in my thoughts.
AMY Ouellette
March 17, 2009
DEAR PAULA. I am sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you at this time and in days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Amy(Voegeli)Ouellette.
Bob & Vera Lefebvre
March 17, 2009
Paula and the Giroux family,
We are deeply saddened by the loss of such a great guy.
Eventhough we were only neighbours for a short time, Vera and I enjoyed sitting around the bonfires with you both and I especially enjoyed sitting out on your deck talking to Jerome about all the people we knew in common.
It always amazed us that we hadn't met when we were younger.
Jerome will be missed by all those who were lucky enough to have known him.
Joe Hilaire
March 17, 2009
Please accept my condolences, for your loss. I called on Jerome as the General Motors District Manager and have many fond memories. We would have an annual golf tournament at Grand Bend for all the sales managers in South Western Ontario which Jerome attended many times. We affectionately nicked names him "The Mayor Of Grand Bend.
He will be missed.
Michael Cunningham
March 17, 2009
Please accept my heart felt sympathies. I have been blessed to have friendships with so many of the Giroux's, a remarkable family. I will always remember the good times with Jerome,he will be missed.
Bill & Alice Hughes
March 17, 2009
Our deepest sympathy are with all the Giroux family and friends.
May God keep you all in His loving care and that you have tresured memories to share
Amy Mullins
March 17, 2009
Dear Paula,
I'm so sorry for your devestating loss. Please know I'm thinking of you and praying for you.
Amy Mullins
KATHY RIVAIT
March 17, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Debbie & Charlie Price
March 17, 2009
John and Family
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Jerome was a good person that always had a smile. Please accept our condolences.
glenn thompson
March 16, 2009
giroux family sorry for your loss,jerome was a good friend and a good person.
Ray Raymond
March 16, 2009
our deepest sympathy go out to Paula and the Giroux family during this difficult time. We were long time friends growing up and going through school together our prayers are with you....Ray & Linda Raymond and family
Liz Playtis
March 16, 2009
Dear Paula, we know that there are no words to help ease your sorrow but may you know that we keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy on you loss. Emmanuel and Liz Playtis
Rick Barbe
March 16, 2009
Please accept my heart felt sympathies, I worked with Jerome's brothers, Rick and Claude, at my fathers gas station when we were teenagers. You and your families are in my wife and my prayers. God Bless
Jim & Marie Hicks
March 16, 2009
Our deepest sympathies to Jerome's family and friends, we have 30+ years of fond memories of the Giroux family and are shocked and saddened by this tragic news.Our thoughts are with you at this very painful time.
Beverlie Northcott
March 16, 2009
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
He was a blessing to work with.
Lisa & Larry Dobsky
March 16, 2009
Paula...Larry and I are very saddened to hear of the passing of Jerome, our thoughts, prayers are with you and your Family at this time.
Janice Dama
March 16, 2009
Rene, Brett, Bruce and the Giroux family. I am thinking of you at this time and would like to express my deepest sympathies for your loss.
Debbie Dent & Family
March 16, 2009
To Jerome's Family & Friends;
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Jerome, heaven just got a great guy! You'll be missed!
jennifer tedesco
March 15, 2009
We are thinking of You, the entire Giroux Family during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are you at this time.
Sincerely,
Jennifer, Fabio and Matteo Tedesco
Beth Moreau-Arnott
March 15, 2009
My sympathies to your entire family and wishing you a beautiful life beyond. I remember you well from our days on Jos. Janisse and all the fun we had in the neighbourhood.
Mike & Hayley Sharpe
March 15, 2009
Our deapest condolences from the Sharpe family. The short time we had to spend with jerome will leave a lasting impression. The man was kind, generous, funny and loving to everyone, in any situation in and out of this sometimes very trying life and business. Jerome will be deaply missed.
James Gleason
March 15, 2009
With my deepest sympathy. Jerome was great to work with but even greater as a friend outside of work. Fun and funny he will be missed by many.
Leo Couture
March 15, 2009
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you Mrs. Giroux and your beautiful family on your loss. I have the fondest of memories while with you at St. Joseph's and I'm certain you have lost not only a wonderful son and brother but a very special friend.
Karin Thomas
March 14, 2009
To Jerome's loved ones. Jerome was one of a kind and he will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will surely spice up heaven.
Mike Dikan
March 14, 2009
Jerome was the best car salesman
in the world. My thoughts and
prayers to the family .
Kevin Carson
March 14, 2009
I am so deeply saddened to hear about your/the loss of Jerome. I will remember his smile, energy, integrity and most of all his genuine love for his family.
mike o'neil
March 14, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Frank and Maryanne McMahon
March 14, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John,Kristi, Rebecca & Megan Farmer
March 14, 2009
Mrs. Giroux, Paula and the entire Giroux family
Our thoughts and prayers are with all you at this time of deep sorrow. Jerome was a dear friend. As I said on his 40th birthday...if riches were counted by the number of friends a man has ...Jerome was a weathly man! We will miss him dearly. May he rest in peace.
Steven Robbins
March 14, 2009
To the family and friends I extend my deepest sympathy. I considered Jerome not only a business aquaintence but a true friend. My sympathy to you and your family.
Tim & Jeanne Mai
March 14, 2009
We are so very sorry for your loss, He will be missed.
Tim & Jeanne Mai
March 14, 2009
We are so very sorry for your loss, He will be missed. Tim & Jeanne Mai.
Laura Mousseau(Deslippe)
March 14, 2009
To Mrs. Giroux and the entire family. Our deepest sympathy to the loss of Jerome. He was a big part of the Deslippe family. We hold many fond memories of Jerome. He will be sadly missed by all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joey and Jamie Betlehem
March 14, 2009
Both my wife and I are deeply saddened by your loss. Jerome was a awesome guy and a good friend. He did the impossible with me. He got me out of a chrysler and into a GM. Ever since that time 7yrs ago we've been good friends. Were privileged to have known such and great person. Our prayers go out to all the family and friends.
Doug Ayres
March 14, 2009
I had met Jerome many times in the car business, my families thoughts are with the Family.
Mike Alguire
March 14, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Don Burleigh
March 14, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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