Joël GAUTHIER Obituary
Student in Electrical Engineering and
Founder of the Crohn's Disease Support
Group of the Ottawa Carleton University
Joël Gauthier of Rockland, Ont. passed away tragically at Vincent Massey Park on Saturday, May 26th, 2012 at the age of 18. Adored son of Pierre Gauthier and Lynne Beauchamp. Cherished brother of his dear sister Michèle. He will be sadly missed by his maternal grandparents, André and Laurette Beauchamp, paternel grandparents, Huguette and Jean-Guy Gauthier, his maternal great-grandfather, Horace Laflamme and his paternel great- grandmother, Simone Marion. He leaves behind his uncles and aunts, Mario and Judith Beauchamp, Stéphane and Hélène Beauchamp, Daniel and Diane Gauthier, Sylvie and Fred Bowman, his cousins, Renée, Maxime, Guillaume and David Beauchamp, Matthieu, Dominic, Stéphanie Gauthier, Joey, Nicholas, and Eric Bowman. He will be fondly remembered and missed by numerous friends. The family wishes to thank the ICU team of the Ottawa Hospital Civic campus for their great care and compassion. Special thanks to Marie-Laurence for her great courage and support towards Joël. Donations to the Canadian Crohn's And Colitis Foundation Of Canada, P.O. Box 141, Dunrobin, ON, K0A 1T0, Tél: 1-877-338-7426.
Joël,
Passionate for his mountain biking,
alpine skiing and paintball games,
You will always be in our hearts, R.I.P
Funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 31st, 2012 at 11 a.m., at the Très-Sainte Trinité Church, 2178 Laurier, Rockland, Ont. You may express your condolences to the family on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. at:
THEO BRUNET & SONS FUNERAL HOME
2419 Laurier Street
Rockland, Ont. 613-446-4691
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15 Entries
Bernard Nunan
July 23, 2023
In fact Joël's spirit lives on daily... in the smiling faces of the dozens of Rockland youth enjoying the Joël Gauthier Skateboard Park built - by his parents - in his honour and his memory.
It was Joël's dream and it came true. Wow. As a lifelong Rockland resident, I think of this young man every time I walk past our municipal park. I can think of no more fitting tribute to him, his family, and his indominable spirit. Thank you Joël for a great gift that continues to bring lasting joy and pleasure to other young people. Your spirit lives on. Merci Joël.
Denise & Yvan Givogue & Family
June 1, 2012
Sincere condolences to the Gauthier family during this difficult time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Andrea Bacqué
May 31, 2012
Pierre,
At times like these, I really do not know what to say. I recall how proud you were of Joel, of your whole family. You are a prime example of a terrific, loving father. Given all the remarks by those closest to Joel, he was truly an awesome person. It is so unfair that his vibrant life was cut way too short by this tragic accident. My thoughts are with you and your family. My sincerest condolences.
Karen Duncan
May 30, 2012
Dear Pierre, Lynne and family. There simply are no words to express our deepest, deepest sorrow over the loss of your darling son, Joel as a result of this tragic accident. You are in our heart, our prayers and our thoughts and we cry with you. May God bless you and your friends and family surround you with love as you try to cope with the horrific pain. Sending strength and love to you all. We are so profoundly sorry. Karen Duncan and Steve Bailey
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Claude Gelinas
May 30, 2012
Pierre, du fond du coeur, je te présente, à toi et à toute la famille, mes condoléances les plus sincères.
Claude
Martin Girard
May 30, 2012
Pierre et Lynne, nos pensées sont avec vous. Pierre, je sais comment tu étais fier de ton fils. Malheuresement, on ne jamais prédire des accidents.
On pense beaucoup à vous deux et le reste de votre famille.
Martin et Gyl Girard
Kelly Stewart-Belisle
May 29, 2012
Pierre and Lynne, I know how proud of Joel you were. This is an unimaginable tragedy and my thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family.
Paddy (Moore) Jones
May 29, 2012
My prayers are with your family at this difficult time. I grew up next door to Pierre and his family.
Sylvie MacDonald
May 29, 2012
Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to the Gauthier family. It is such a tragic loss at such a young age. So proud of Marie-Laurence for being so brave and courageous.
Sylvie and Sean MacDonald
Brandon Pollock
May 29, 2012
My sympathies to the Gauthier family and all his friends. My heart is broken, I remember playing soccer with him all throughout elementary school. Love you, man. Rest in peace.
Thecla Alexis
May 29, 2012
I am devastated by this news. I have been blessed to know Joel most of his life. He was a kind and gentle person and a pleasure to know. My prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.
Sarah Yanchyk-Lamoureux
May 29, 2012
As a former colleague of Pierre, I heard him speak often about his two children. My heart breaks for you Pierre & Lynne as I cant even imagine the loss you must be feeling. Please know that I am sending you strength and love at such a difficult time. Squeeze your family tightly and embrace the love around you.
Doug - Natalie Romain
May 29, 2012
Our love and condolences go out to the Gauthier family, as they grieve the loss of their beautiful son.
Vanessa Charbonneau
May 29, 2012
My sympathies to the Gauthier family, I will always remember 26th of may because that was the day he left us. Please accept my sympathies because I will not be able to make to the funeral.
May Joël R.P.I and in are heart
Agostino Musitano
May 29, 2012
My condolences go out to the Gauthier family and to his friends. May God give you all strength through this difficult time.
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