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GUY MENARD
October 9, 2020
merci de continuer a me donner ces indices les gens malhonnêtes seront punis merci de m aider Marc a plus tard beau bonhomme
GUY MENARD
March 29, 2020
aujourd'hui j ai besoin que tu me guide il faut arrêter cette Pandémie ce fleau d enfer
envoi moi des indices et j exécuterai la mission............
Guy Menard
September 7, 2018
Marc était mon meilleur chum au collège Bourget de Rigaud c est aujourd'hui que j apprend son décès je remet le restant de ma vie ce livre de souvenir de ses proches je pensais souvent à toi mon beau bonhomme je suis extrêmement triste on se revois en haut salut
Anna DiSanto-Johnston
February 10, 2010
Dearest Jo-Ann, Marieve, Joel, Daniele, Denis and family,
One month ago, the world changed. Life has a different meaning because of the impact Marc has made in my life, Tony's and my kids. There aren't enough words to express the sadness and loss of this special man.
Marc's smile; his laugh; his sincere manner always made you feel like he cared.
Marc's love of life; his family; his work was obvious in everything he did.
Marc's "secret" pancake recipe he made for staff; his personal cards he gave thanking me for my efforts in any extra-curricular activity; his endless supply of suckers and he always let Stefanie and Olivia chose the color. Thomas was touched to have been a part of the school memorial mass for "M. Emard".
Time goes on and days go by but the laughter and memories of Marc will remain close to my heart and my family's and live forever through you, his family.
We love you!
Anna
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Mérédyth Bowcott
February 8, 2010
À Jo-Ann, Mariève, Joël et à mes tantes & mes oncles, cousins & cousines et Mamie,
Je pense souvent à vous depuis que j'ai appris du décès de Marc. Malgré le fait que suis si éloignée de tout le monde, savez que mes pensées sont avec vous et que j’aurais beaucoup aimé être avec tout le monde à Saskatoon.
J’ai été très émue en relisant les belles pensées que tant de personnes on laissé en souvenir de Marc. Je ne peux pas lire ces mots sans être inspirée, sans vouloir être plus généreuse d’esprit et sans me lancer le défi de penser à comment les gestes que je pose affectent ceux qui m’entourent.
Une telle tragédie nous rappelle toujours que la vie est précieuse. Souvent, je pense à ce que je vais faire dans ma vie, mais mes idées ne restent que des rêves – des choses que je ferai « un jour ». Cet été je vais réaliser un de mes rêves en voyageant en Afrique. J’aurai eu hâte de raconter mes plans à Marc.
Je n’ai que des plus beaux souvenir de mon oncle Bud. Même si cela faisait des années et des années que j'avais été dans l'Ouest, il me parlait toujours de mes cousins et ce qui ce passait à Saskatoon. Il était très fier, ça ce voyait immédiatement. Je me sens chanceuse de l’avoir vu l’été passé quand il est venu à Ottawa. Ah, qu’on riait tant! Quand je pense à la table, entourée de ma famille, voyant ma mère avec son frère et sa sœur… mon cœur sourit.
Il y a longtemps que je t’aime Marc, jamais je ne t’oublierai.
Mérédyth (a.k.a, Spudette)
Gilles et Gisèle Normandeau
January 27, 2010
Le 27 janvier, 2010
Chère Jo-Ann et Famille,
C'est avec grande tristesse que nous avons appris du dècès de ton Cher époux Marc.
Nous ne pouvons même pas imaginer la souffrance et la peine qui doit engourdir et envahir vos coeurs durant ce temps difficile.
Wishing you PEACE, COURAGE & STRENGTH Together as a Family, as You Face each New Day with RENEWED HOPE.
Sois rassuré que nos pensées et nos prières sont avec toi et tes enfants.
Nos plus Sincères Condoléances,
Gilles & Gisèle Normandeau
Florence Paquette
January 22, 2010
Chere Jo-Ann, Marieve et Joel,
The first time I met Marc was at St. Paul's School, in 1990. Actually I didn't meet him so much as see him hurrying around the school, greeting people and getting things done. He was obviously happy to be there and lent such energy to the place!
I was registering my children for school as I had just moved from Prince Albert. My children never had Marc as a classroom teacher but Lee Ann had him for Phys Ed as well as a coach. She loved Marc and held him in very high regard. As for me, entering University to become a teacher, I held him as an example for the sort of professional I would like to become.
It was with joy therefore that in my first job, I had him as VP at Saskatoon French School. It was a dynamic group of teachers and directors that have made those years very memorable.
I remember specifically Marc helping me out with a certain heartache I had experienced. HIs concern and kind words were very helpful. I also remember a poster in his room that shared the thought that we were called to know ourselves and to become our best selves not necessarily to compete against others.
My teaching career next brought me in contact with Jo-Ann. Another wonderful blessing. While Marc's energy was the first thing you noticed, followed closely by his caring and efficiency, Jo-Ann's compassion was the first thing I noticed about her, followed closely by her proffesionalism and finesse in carrrying out this beautiful compassion.
I am forever grateful for the help and understanding, the prayers and words expressed by her, as well as the time she took to share with my son and I in our need.
I can only hope and pray that I would know the right words to say, the right things to do to help Jo-Ann and her own children.
My younger daughter, a Grade 8 student, was thrilled to have Marc as a principal at ST. Paul's School. "He is the best principal ever", she stated this fall.
Like her older sister, twenty years hence, she recognized the greatness in Marc. I am so glad he touched their lives and mine.
He will be greatly and sadly missed. Please know Jo-Ann, Marieve and Joel, that we will continue our prayers for you and that we are but a phone call away if you need our assistance in any way.
FLorence Paquette and family
Mélanie Nodge
January 20, 2010
Marc was an exceptional person. I am so honoured to have worked with him and more so to have known him.
I remember how fast he walked down the halls at St. Gerard School always on the go, always serving others.
I remember him silently praying before eating his lunch.
I remember going into his office one day and noticing all of his degrees. I teased him by saying: "T'es éduqué toi." And Marc smiled and was maybe taken aback that I teased him (because we all know, who was so good at teasing others!)
I remember how he and I would talk about his family - about how Mariève was excelling in gymnastics and about how Joël loved the sport of basketball. He was so proud and his eyes shone when he talked about his kids.
I remember how concerned he was about my family. Always checking in on them by inquiring how they were doing.
But what I remember the most about Marc Émard was that he transformed me from a disillusioned young teacher to one with more confidence and faith. He gave me my wings when I thought I couldn't do it anymore. He took the time to encourage when people were down, to listen when people needed to be heard, to heal when people were broken. I am so thankful and so blessed to have been given this miraculous opportunity to have had such an influencial person in my life.
I will cherish every memory, every card, every laugh and joke, every piece of advice he gave to me. His presence has changed in all of our lives, but he is ever so present.
Mes plus sincères condoléances à Jo-Ann, Mariève et Joël, ainsi qu'à Danièle et sa famille. Je prie pour vous, je pense à vous. Je vous admire tous pour votre foi et votre force.
Sincèrement,
Mélanie Nodge
Laura Sommervill
January 18, 2010
Dear Jo-Anne,
It is with both sadness and gratitude that I write this note to you.
On behalf of my children and I,I want to express our appreciation and thoughts to you for the gifts you and Marc gave to me and my children. You had such an impact on our little family when we were at St Thomas, and so it was a blessing and a delight for us to move to St. Matthew to meet Marc. Your commitment and dedication to your work and your students was reflected in his work and welcoming nature when we transitioned from one school to the other.
Moreso in my memory Jo-Anne was the courage and commitment you both shared and which we had the good fortune to see when Anna was your student. You and Marc were so incredibly kind to us when we came to visit you during your illness. Your kindness and compassion made us feel at ease.
Jo-Anne, I trust you have many wonderful memories to cherish and savor, and to keep the spirit of your husband and father alive forever.
With our sincere sympathy and celebration for a wonderful life and legacy,
Laura Sommervill (formerly Seibel)
and Thomas, David and Anna Seibel
Doris Downs
January 18, 2010
Jo-Ann, Danièle, Denis:
Nous voulons offrire nos sympathies à vous et vos familles. Marc était un homme très admirable. He was a very wonderful and welcome influence on the kids at St Gérard and very approachable by the parents. Not everyone has that talent.We are honoured and humbled to have known him. Que son héritage vous console.
Sincèrement,
Doris, Barry et Brett Downs.
January 17, 2010
Sincères condoléances à toute la famille; que les beaux souvenirs et les merveilleux témoignages de la vie de Marc puissent vous réconforter dans ces temps difficiles. Vous êtes dans mes prières.
Roseline Ferré
Victoria
January 17, 2010
Sincères condoléances à la famille de Marc ainsi qu'à Danièle, Denis, Sophie, Jean-Michel et Samuel.
Julie Mongeon-Ferré et Lionel Ferré
Winnipeg
Karla Combres
January 17, 2010
My deepest condolences to the family of M.Émard on his passing. I had him as a teacher at École St.Paul, and my memories of him are all happy ones. J'admire beaucoup la façon dont il a encouragé à ses étudiants de suivre une vie active (i.e., le camping, la course de fond). His positive energy and enthusiasm were contagious, and he had a way of bringing out the best in those around him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Denise Normandeau
January 16, 2010
Mes sinceres sympathies, Joanne, a toi et ta famille. Mes prieres sont avec toi.
Tante Denise
Paulette Vandale
January 16, 2010
Mes sinceres condoleances, Joanne, a toi et ta famille. Ta cousine, Paulette (Normandeau) Vandale.
January 16, 2010
To the Emard family,
Condolences and prayers will help us all spiritually and love of family and friends will help us heal physically.
Marc was a rising star among the Catholic Principals.He is still caring for us.
Danielle and Denis, you are in our prayers too.
Ken Rieger
January 15, 2010
Chers Joanne, Marie-Ève et Joel,
Nos condoléances les plus sincères et chaleureuses en ce moment douloureux où notre cher Marc nous a quittés. Si la nouvelle a été un choc pénible et incroyable pour nous, nous comprenons un peu combien, d’autant plus, ca l’a été pour vous, ses proches.
Merci, Joanne, d’avoir pensé à notre participation à la vigile de prières (Michelle nous a donné le message) – cela nous aurait fait un très grand plaisir et combien nous aurions aimé être avec vous et la famille pour lui dire adios... aurevoir au ciel! Au lieu, nous avons prié la vierge de Guadalupe pour tous ceux et celles que Marc a touchés durant sa courte vie.
Nos condoléances également à Madame Émard, à Danièle, Joanne et Nathalie et leurs familles ainsi qu’à toute la grande famille Émard.
Bon courage, Joanne. On pense beaucoup à toi, ici à Puerto Vallarta.
Dorothée, Robert, Michelle et Robbie Cousin
Thomas Johnston
January 15, 2010
These are some phrases that come to mind when I think of THE BEST PRINCIPAL THAT EVER LIVED!!!!!!!!
M- Mr. Awsome
A- Amazing Personality
R- Remembers you
C- Caring person
E- Easy going
M- Miracle maker
A- A funny guy
R- Respectful
D- Da' Best Principal Ever!!!!
You were a great pricipal Mr. E!!!!! we miss you
January 15, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to Johanne and family on the death of Marc. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time.
Louise & Don Thevenot
Denise Hounjet-Roth
January 15, 2010
Chère Jo-Ann, Mariève et Joel.
What a shock when we returned to Canada to hear the news of Marc's death. Please know that we keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Marc has reached his eternal home and has likely made God laugh with one of his jokes. May your faith be a source of support in this difficult time. Que le Bon Dieu vous bénisse et sympathies aussi à Danièle et Denis.
Bronwyn Sanderson
January 15, 2010
Jo-anne,Marie-eve and Joel
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Bronwyn and Brett
Gloria Viaud
January 15, 2010
Dear Jo-Ann and family.
Even though it has been almost 15 years since we last saw Marc, we have very fond memories of him. It was a real pleasure working with him at the Saskatoon French school, and having him as a friend and collegue. Our hearts go out to you!
With deepest sympathy,
Gloria, Gilles and all the Viaud family
January 14, 2010
Dear Joanne, Marieve, Joel & Family,
We are very sorry & deeply saddened by Marc's passing. We will cherish our memories of our times together coaching Joel & Connor in football & basketball, watching them grow & have fun. We will miss Marc's witty sense of humour, his kind soul who always "POF" (put others first), family values & genuine interest in everyone he met. Marc is a "class act" & we will miss Marc dearly.
Hilton, Laurie, Jasmine & Connor Jay
Annalea Priestley
January 14, 2010
Marc was a great person! He was my principal at St.Matthew school for six years. He was the hardest working person I have ever met in my life. He cared about all of the staff and students at the school and always put others before himself. One great memory of him was his playing the game 'tag' with the students. He would come up to us in the hallway and tag us. When we would try to tag him,he would always call 'T' before we got him.He will be missed very much.
Elise Schissler
January 14, 2010
My condolences to Laurence and your family at this sad time.
Iain McCormick
January 14, 2010
I had the pleasure of having Marc as my grade 8 teacher at St. Gerard. He supported and guided me throughout the year in academics, sports and other facets of life. We also got along because we both had great hockey sense cheering for Les Canadiens du Montréal. Thanks to Marc's continued advice and support over the years I find myself finishing up my Education degree. I find that I try to incorporate and emulate many of Marc's qualities in my own teaching. Marc has touched the lives of many students and I wanted to share my thanks.
When I think of Marc I always come back to one memory from my grade 8 year. Three friends and I had gotten our hands on two gel ice packs. One ripped and we found them substance to be very slippery. We took the two ice packs and spread the substance all over the floor of the bathroom and proceeded to spend the next few minutes sliding around. Marc ended up walking in. We all froze. Instead of scolding us Marc smiled and said," You know, if I was your age I might be in the same position you are right now." He asked us to clean up, replace the ice packs and nothing further was said. He had our respect without a doubt for the remainder of the year.
It was said best at the service this morning that Marc was a friend to his students. In my opinion this couldn't be truer. Marc will be greatly missed.
Anthony Carr
January 14, 2010
Our condolences and prayers go out to you for the great loss you have suffered. We have learned to appreciate Marc mainly "vicariously" by seeing the impact he has had in our daughter's Olivia's life. What an awesome person to see him greeting the children at the beginning and end of the day, to be able to joke with them. He was able to make Olivia feel special, a trait few in this world have. The genuine, heart-felt concern he had for her when he brought her back from a ski trip where she broke her arm was another sign what a true disciple of Christ Marc was, living Christ's New Commandment to love one another as Christ loved us. His gift for touching children's lives was precious and will be sorely missed.
Anthony, Diane, Olivia and Isabella Carr
January 14, 2010
Jo-Ann,
Even though our paths have not crossed for years, you are of often in my thoughts, especially at this very difficult time. Please know that you have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jody Fulcher
January 14, 2010
I thought to share a funny story about Marc from last September. Marc and Joel were hosting our flag football team wind-up at their backyard pool. I had brought a cesaer salad with a big bottle of Kraft dressing to be put on closer to meal time. As the hamburgers were grilling, Marc informed me he had added the salad dressing and it was ready to go with the comment "I dumped the whole bottle in, do you think it will be enough?" This wasn't a very large salad and I am sure most adults would have added one-third of the bottle at the most, but Marc had the last laugh as all the boys loved it (he obviously had listened to his and other children complain too many times about "not enough dressing"). I am still not sure about his culinary skills, but he knew what kids liked.
I had the pleasure of coaching flag football with Marc the past few years and also spent some time with him in the gym watching our sons play basketball. Marc definetely did put others first. He was a kind and caring man who gladly gave of his time. We will really miss him.
Dave Eyolfson and family
January 14, 2010
We send our thoughts to you Joanne.
Take care.Cousin Bonnie & Frank Lisso
January 14, 2010
Jo-Anne,Marie-eve,Joel,and the Emard family, I would like to send, on behalf of my family,Julie,Brett,Kaili and Jacob our deepest sincer condolences. What we are feeling right now is hard to put into words, but our love and support will always be here for you.
Gerry Normandeau xoxo
Lachlan Fraser
January 13, 2010
I was lucky to have Mr. Emard as a teacher twice for grade 5 and 8. He will always be my all time favourite teacher. He will be deeply missed. My prayers go out to his family.
Bernard Farbacher
January 13, 2010
On veut juste que vous sachiez que nous pensons a vous. On vous offre nos sinceres condonleances, Marc was an excellent example of what a complete man should be, our prayers are with you.
Colette Normandeau
January 13, 2010
A toi ma chère cousine Jo-Ann...que ce passage de vie puisse se vivre dans la plus douce des sérénités sachant que Marc a vécu et donné en tout temps le meilleur de son être...il continuera certainement d'être là pour vous tous...et autant pénible que cela puisse être par moment...ce n'est que la forme de votre lien qui change... je te souhaite d'apprivoiser cette nouvelle forme de relation qui peut apporter avec le temps autant de richesse...his work is not done yet...et il continuera de veiller sur vous...comme bon père de famille et mari qu'il a su être.
«Là où la foi est parfaite, la réalisation est également parfaite.»
– Emmet Fox
«Si les anges volent, c'est parce qu'ils se prennent eux-mêmes à la légère.» – Gilbert Keith Chesterton
Marc vole maintenant...Pardonnez-lui son départ rapide.
Bon courage et mes sincères condoléances à toi et Mariève et Joel...
Francois et Marie Simonot
January 13, 2010
A la famille Emard:
Ma femme et mes cinq filles ont eu la joie de connaitre Marc. Etant jeune instituteur, il se rendit a St. Walburg pour enseigner pour quelques annees. Etant directeur de l'ecole, et puisque Marc etait seul ici, il passa beaucoup de temps chez nous. Il amusait nos filles constament. Elles s'en souviennent et avec nous, sont tres touchees de ce passage inattendu et inopportune.
Our deepest condolences to the Emard family, Marc was the epitome of manhood ! Kind, gentle, humourous, committed, and how many more great charecteristics he possessed. We will always think of him this way. Take care and God bless you !
January 13, 2010
Jo-Ann, Marieve & Joel,
On behalf of everyone from Riversdale Athletics I express our shock and disbelief of Marc's sudden passing. We will dearly miss his smiling face and keen sense of humor. His willingness to help was much appreciated. Our thoughts and prayers are continuously with you at this time. He will be missed by all the lives he had touched.
Don Hedman
Claude & Louise viau
January 13, 2010
Nos plus sincères condoléances à Joanne
et sa famille.
Claude & Louise Viau
Andy Bowcott
January 13, 2010
Dear Joanne, Marieve, Joel and the entire Emard family,
I was greatly saddened to learn the terrible news of Marc's passing. Mark was the epitome of a good person - thoughtful and caring but at the same time playful and always fun to be around. He was my brother-in-law for many years and a loving uncle to Mackenzie and Meredyth. I will always remember him with the greatest fondness and affection. You have my deepest sympathy. Bon Courage.
Patti Mondor
January 13, 2010
Dear Jo-Anne and family,
It is with deepest sypmpathy that I send this message. Cousin Barb passed on the information to me via email.
God Bless you and your family.
Sincerely,
Patti Mondor
Gylliane Gervais
January 13, 2010
À toute la famille Émard,
Nous n'avons pas eu le bonheur de connaître Marc, mais nous connaissons bien sa mère Laurence, une personne exceptionnelle pour laquelle nous avons une grande affection. À l'évidence, Marc était à l'image de sa mère.
Nous sommes très touchés par le décès tragique de Marc, qui affecte toute la famille. Toutes nos pensées sont avec vous en ces moments tràs difficiles.
Gylliane et Léonard
Gloria Thevenot
January 13, 2010
Bon courage Johanne a toi et ta famille.Nos sincere condolences.Que tu sache que tu est entourée d`amour et de soutiens maintenant et toujours. Que ta foi te souleve durant ce moment difficile. Tu es dans nos pensée. Gloria, Leona, Melissa et Eric
Martial Thevenot
January 13, 2010
Dear Jo-Ann - I never had the pleasure to meet Marc... but from what I have heard and read his spirit will live on for eternity! You have my deepest heartfelt condolensces and prayers for strength to endure and wisdom to comprehend. Death is a huge mystery to our Human condition... In Breath we may find and touch Marc again and again.
Blessings to you, in Honor of this challenging process of life.
In La'Kesh... "as another you!"
Martial Thevenot and Family
Dianne & Denis xoxoxo..
January 13, 2010
Our heartfelt sympathy goes to my courageous sister, Jo-Ann, my niece Mariève,nephew Joel on the sudden loss of Marc, husband and father. Life's challenges that you have battled thus far as a family has made you all so strong. May happy memories and your faith sustain you.
Marc was a good man who loved his family very much!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you moreso at this sad time. I will be with you soon!
We also extend our sincere condolences to Marc's mother, father and siblings.
God bless you all. With much love...
Nicole Turcotte
January 13, 2010
Dear Joanne, Marieve,and Joel,
My prayers and thoughts are with you as you pass through this terrible time. With his humor, integrity and energy, Marc touched the lives of so many during his short time here.I know that his presence will continue to be felt through the three of you as you continue on your journeys. While he shall be missed, he will not be forgotten.
Therry Labrecque
January 13, 2010
Je voudrais prendre un moment afin d'offrir mes plus sincères condoléances à la famille Emard. J'ai enseigné aux deux enfants de Marc lors de mon passage à L'école Canandienne Française de Saskatoon 02-05. Lors de ses années, la simplicité, le support et son sens de l'humour était toujours omniprésents. Je me souviens d'un homme sympathique et grandement impliqué dans l'éducation de ses enfants.
Bon courage
Jocelyne & Ron Sirois
January 12, 2010
Chers Jo-Ann, Mariève et Joël, Danièle et Denis,
On ne peut penser à Marc sans avoir un grand sourire! Il a partagé beaucoup de lui-même avec tous les gens qui l'entouraient. Qu'on aimait donc rire ensemble...jamais de pénurie de farces! Marc avait une bonne disposition et il continuera à nous inspirer par son exemple.
Amitié,
Teresa, Keith, Liam and Ben Carlson
January 12, 2010
To our boys, Liam and Ben, Marc will always be the amazing principal who kept an on-going slow version of tag in the hallways, was obsessed with Les Canadiens, wore an orange toque when supervising the busses, and kept lollipops in a bucket in his office. To my husband and I he will always be the honest, thoughtful, concerned and caring man who touched everyone he met. Marc helped us through such difficult times and I will never forget his kindness. I will always cherish the opportunities I had to work with him, joke with him, and talk with him about more serious matters. My family and I will miss and mourn him for a long time. To the Emard family: Marc often spoke of you and every time he did his love and pride showed. We can only hope that the prayers of your family and friends will help to support you. Our thoughts are with you.
January 12, 2010
Our sincere condolences to the Emard family. Marc was a well loved and respected man by every member of our family. Our children were blessed by his presence in school, coaching, track,camping and many other fond memories.
We will forever miss him and keep Marc in our daily prayers.
Lisa Steve Hannah Mackenzie Alyssa Pek
Mika Parenteau
January 12, 2010
Je suis tres desole a la famille de Mr Emard. J'etais tres petit quand il etais un princapaux mais j'ai beaucoup memoires d'il et il etais un tres gentil personne.
Amber Carey
January 12, 2010
Mr Emard etait mon principal l'annee passe a l'ecole St. Matthew. J'etais en 8iem annee. Je vais lui manque beacoup parce que moi et mes amis on beaucoup de memoires avec lui. Comme quand il nous a prit a Bosco, c'est un voyage que je vais jamais oublier.
Marc
January 12, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Emard family. Marc was a great man and my all time favorite teacher. He was my grade 8 teacher, but he was also my friend. I will never forget the many times I stayed after school to play hockey with him. I am very grateful and honored to say I knew him. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Emard family.
January 12, 2010
A vous tous mes plus sinceres sympathies. Je suis parmis vous en pensees et en prieres.
I had a nice visit with Marc at the 50th. anniversary of St. Gerard School. Of course we had our usual laugh. What a guy!
May God be with you all at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Jackie Jackson Indio, CA
Sonia Gouin
January 12, 2010
Je voudrais offrir mes sincères sympathies à la famille de Marc.
Je connaissais Marc à travers la communauté francophne mais je n'ai jamais eu la chance de travailler avec lui. Après avoir entendu tous les témoignages de mes collègues cette semaine j'ai pu constater qu'il était non seulement un bon directeur mais aussi un bon ami pour le personnel et les élèves. Ce qui n'est pas surprenant!
Je vous garde dans mes prières.
January 12, 2010
Dear Jo-Ann, Marieve and Joel,
Marian and I were deeply shocked to hear of Marc's sudden death. Who, among us, knows when we will be called?There must be a greater purpose for Marc. When we met in November at St. Gerard's 50th celebration, we remember how very happy everyone was to see each other , so full of hope for the future. I remember Marc as a young teacher, full of promise and aspiring to become a principal in the Catholic School System. I was an advocate for him, basing my recommendation on how he interacted with other teachers, the students and parents; but more than that, basing it on his strength of character which was so evident. I was not proven wrong!
To you Jo-Ann, I have a special recollection of you as a great teacher at St. Gerard's - you were a strong, honest, devoted teacher and I hope that those characteristics will carry you through this most difficult time.
To Daniele, Denis and family, we also extend our sincere thoughts and sympathy.
We will keep you and your family in our hearts and prayers - may our Creator grant Marc eternal peace.
Love - Ray and Marian Phaneuf
Gaétane Bélanger
January 12, 2010
À Jo-Anne, Marie-Ève et Joël,
Mes plus sincères sympathies. Que Dieu vous accompagne sur ce nouveau chemin, sans Marc. N'ayez crainte. Il était, est et sera toujours présent dans vos vies.
Mes sympathies également à Danielle, Denis, Sophie, Jean-Michel et Samuel.
January 12, 2010
Danielle, Denis and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, I am so sorry for you all. Such a wonderful person has been taken and it is so hard to comprehend.
Dave, Shelley and family
January 12, 2010
Joanne and Marieve and Joel, I am so sorry, there are no words just grief. He will be greatly missed and was so loved.
With tears too,
Shelley and Dave Elder and family
Jacqueline Nelson
January 12, 2010
Mr. Emard was my grade 5 teacher at Saskatoon French School. He was always one of my favorites. My condolences to his family.
January 12, 2010
To Marc Emard's family -
I had the privilege of sitting on the Board with Marc at Marian Gymnastics club a few years ago - he was the epitome of fairness and integrity. I also remember his sense of humor! You must all be very proud of the legact he has left behind - what a man - he will be greatly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Most sincerely, Marilyn Sieben (Cierra's mom)
January 12, 2010
Dear Danielle, Denis and family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you on the loss of your brother. We didn't know him personally but I'm sure he was wonderful brother, brother-in-law and uncle.
Love, Eleanor and Albert Remenda
Joyce & Lise Gillon
January 12, 2010
Our deepest sypmpathies to each of you. I havent spoken to Mr.Emard in quite a few years, but I will always remember him fondly. He was a great teacher and friend to all his students, always a friendly face in the hallway, and always full of life, even through everything he battled. He will be greatly missed.
January 12, 2010
Dear Jo-Ann and Marieve,
My heart goes out to you. Your loss is beyond any words can express. Marc was an exceptional individual: kind, caring, devoted. My thoughts are with you in this very difficult time.
Chris Baraniuk
Margaret, Robin and Mackenzie
January 12, 2010
Dear Jo-Ann, Marieve and Joel,
Our deepest sympathies to each of you. We loved Marc. He was both teacher and friend. He made a wonderful difference in all of our lives. His ability to see and project humour, sensitivity, and integrity in good times and in those times that were challenging signifies a personhood of spiritual and intellectual depth. God Bless.
January 12, 2010
Jo-Ann, Marieve and Joel,
I have fond remembrances of sitting pool-side in your beautiful backyard or walking by on your street and hearing the joyful sounds of Marc and his children playing in the pool. His legacy lives on.
With heartfelt sorrow and love,
Joyce Hayes (Lyle and family)
Laurie Meschishnick
January 12, 2010
A great loss to the teaching profession and our community where we need more great humanitarians like Marc.
Laurie, Trent, Jonah
January 12, 2010
Toutes mes condoléances envers la famille.
Gérard Massé
Winnipeg
Berg Family
January 12, 2010
Integrity, caring, sensitive, generous, funny, warm...these are words that come to mind when our family thinks of Marc. He made a difference in our lives and we will miss him! To Marc's family, we are so sorry for your loss and will keep you in our prayers.
January 12, 2010
My children both mentioned that they were very close to Mr. Emard and I smiled knowing that every child he met probably thought the same thing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Soroski Family
Dean & Marilyn Gerbrandt
January 12, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to the Emard Family. May you sense God's peace and comfort at this difficult time and in the days ahead. Mr Emard made a great impression to our family as a Principal and a person that really cares.
Dean & Marilyn,
Kiana, Kyra, Kaylee
January 12, 2010
Emard Family:
Dear Jo-Ann,Marieve and Joel.
Our deepest sympathies go out to your family. There are no words to help with the healing right now, but please know that Marc will always hold a special spot in our hearts.
Our thought and prayers are with you and your family.
Rob, Laura and Jessica Baranosky
Friday Hockey
January 12, 2010
Friday hockey will not be the same without you Marc.
Chelsey Ferron
January 11, 2010
Mes prières sont avec toute la famille Emard. You will be greatly missed Marc!
Paul Chapman
January 11, 2010
Jo-Ann,
I am so sorry to hear of Marc's passing. He was a warm, compassionate man who made a difference in the lives of those who knew him, both in school and out. I will always remember his kindness and sensitivity in helping my family and I cope with our own loss last year. He was a tremendous educator, and an exceptional man. My thoughts and sympathies are with you and your family.
January 11, 2010
I will always remember you and keep you in my prayers.
You are a great principal!!
Sincerely,
Danica Hedin
January 11, 2010
In a sea of people, Marc had a way of letting each person know they were important and valued. He seemed to remember everyone & have time for everyone. He had a tremendous heart with compassion & energy for all in his path.
His love for his family was apparent even though I didn't have the privilege of meeting you.
He was tireless in his work and seemed to have a gift of bringing out the best in others.
As principal at St. Matthew, he gave a large school the atmosphere of a large, yet close knit family. He was a great leader. His absence will be felt by all of us. He leaves an amazing legacy behind him.
To his family - I am so sorry for your loss, my heart and mind cannot comprehend what you are going through. You have the love and prayers of our family.
May God carry you through this.
Charmaine & Mike Erman,
Christian Pollock & family
Victoria Millette
January 11, 2010
M. Emard was a great principal. He really did improve the lives of people around him, and for that I am truly grateful. My family and I are thinking of the Emard family and we keep you continually in our prayers.
January 11, 2010
Nous offrons nos vives condoléances à tous les membres de la famille de Marc et à Danièle, sa soeur, Denis, son beau-frère et ses neveux et nièces Sophie, Jean-Michel et Samuel. Nous pensons à vous tous devant cette perte énorme.
Nos sincère condoléances
Mariette Ferré et Tom Ulrich
Winnipeg
January 11, 2010
Mr. Emard, was the best principal i ever had, he was the most amazing man i have ever met, always had a smile on his face, always cared for us. always gave us suckers, <3 RIP.
Pereira Family
January 11, 2010
Marc Emard was a wonderful man. My children only spoke the best about him. How he was so nice, funny, and would play tag with them at recess. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Emard family.
January 11, 2010
Our son loved going to the Emard house - Marc always had him laughing. We will miss his humour and compassion for people.
With deepest, heartfelt sympathy,
Colette, Jeff and Rejean
Adrianne Begg
January 11, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kim Lytle
January 11, 2010
Mr. Emard was a fabulous person. We will miss him at Ecole St. Paul School. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Emard family.
Kim, Chuck, Calista & Hannah Lytle
Stuber Family
January 11, 2010
He was a wonderful person and my children thought the world of him. Our prayers are with you.
Audra & Jonah Shepherd
January 11, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
January 11, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with Marc's family and friends.
Deepest sympathies,
H. Boyko and family
Wendy Kolababa
January 11, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cami M
January 11, 2010
To Marc's family,
My deepest sympathies in this time of loss. Marc left a legacy in the school system that will not be forgotten. Mes prières sont avec vous!
Randy Roesler
January 11, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow and may the memories of Marc console and heal you.
Randy and Elaine Roesler
I (Randy) played hockey with Marc for about 20 years. He was a great and kind person, he will be greatly missed in the dressing room and on the ice.
January 11, 2010
To Marc's immediate and extended family I wish to express my deepest condolences.
J'offre mes sympathies à toute la famille Emard, surtout Danielle Emard-Ferré et Denis Ferré et leur famille.
Courage à tous, Gil LeBlanc.
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