Roch Baillot

Roch Baillot

Roch Baillot Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 19 to Mar. 23, 2011.
BAILLOT, Roch from Ottawa (Cumberland) Passed away suddenly yet peacefully at age 53 on Saturday, March 12, 2011. Husband to Marie-Helene, nee Boyle, father to Symon (Stephanie), proud grandfather of Logan Baillot and "Honorary son" to G. J. Robert Boyle. Son of Noella (nee Charron) and the late Roger Baillot of Ottawa and brother to Lise (Serge) and Roger Jr. "Honorary brother" to Claire (Naser), Roberte (Ed) and Louis (Claude), and uncle to Stephanie, Jasmine, Louise, Frederic, Charles-Emile, Alexandre, Maren and Ari. Mentor to all Sphereans and Friend to the Pilons and the Salley's and many others. Roch touched the lives of all he encountered, encouraging all to be the best they could be, as he called himself an engineer in human behaviour and dynamics. From his teenage years, he found peace near water and nature, for a time a professional musician, senior worker for CAS fighting for the rights of those under his care. To believing in a healthy and safe environment went from an instructor-trainer right through to being interim CEO for St. John Ambulance Federal District and most definitely touched many lives and received the title of Serving Brother (SBStJ) as well as several commendations. To our most precious endeavour being co-founder of College Sphere College where he allowed those around him to see who he really was - a friend to all. Cremation took place privately. The "Roch Baillot Spherean Trust Fund" has been established. A remembrance gathering will be held on March 26, 2011, at the Cyrville Community Centre, 4355 Halmont Drive, Ottawa, at 1:30 p.m. and due to severe allergies NO perfumes, colognes, strong scents or odors should be worn.

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Larry Saumure

May 10, 2019

He was a big man with a big heart ,I knew him since he was a baby .May God bless him and may he rest in peace. my Respect to Mari-Hélène and Symon. Larry Saumure

Michel Charette

July 14, 2011

In my High School years, Roch was my best friend, we shared our younger secrets and thoughts, we even lived together...He was a true friend...I was saddened by his passing away...

My deepest sympathies to the family...

Alan Soucie

June 11, 2011

I am greatly saddened to learn of Roch's passing. My memories of Roch from our days at the cottage when we were kids, our occasional get-togethers as young adults, and the few times we bumped into each other over the years are vivid memories that I will cherish forever. Our time together was brief, but my impressions of this man are everlasting. In my memory, he was insightful, genuine and good willed - a philosopher of sorts - ahead of his time. I regret not having the opportunity to get to know him later in life - we had so much to talk about.

To Marie-Helene, Symon and the rest of his family, I am very sorry for your loss. I remember when Roch fell in love with Marie-Helene, and from what I could see at the time, there could not have been a better partner for this man.

If you are watching down upon us Roch, I still remember our swim across Gray's lake when we were just out of our teens and how you soon transformed your body into a work of art through your training in taequondo. Six foot seven inches of solid muscle - a physique that would make even Joe Montferrand choose his words carefully in your presence. Yet, to me, you were the friendly giant.

Alan Soucie

Renée Ladouceur-Beauchamp

March 23, 2011

Marie-Hélène et Symon,
I am so sadened to hear of Roch's passing. He was one of my dearest friends in our teen years and always a trusted friend though our paths but crossed only a few times in later years. His special soul and human kindness will be missed by many but most certainly by you, his beloved family.
My heartfelt condolensces.

Rhéal Charron

March 23, 2011

Chère Hélène et la famille Baillot,

Nos pensées vous accompagnent en ces heures d’affliction. Puisse notre message de sympathie apaiser votre douleur.

Prenant part à votre douleur, nous vous présentons nos sincères condoléances.

La famille Charron

Michel Baillot

March 23, 2011

Marie-Hélène, Symon, Lise et Roger Jr.et Noella, my sympathies. I regret not knowing Roch very well and realize that he was a superb individual to have known. My prayers and sympathies to all of you. I pray that the Good Lord will give you all the strength to get through this unexpected situation. God Bless. Michel P. Baillot

Toby Spry

March 23, 2011

Marie-Helene, Symon and family;
Our deepest sympathy to you all on the sudden passing of Roch. Unfortunately we will be away and unable to attend the memorial gathering. Best wishes to you all during this sad time.

Andrea and Toby Spry

Cecilia Massey

March 23, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about my dear friend. I am so glad that I had the opportunity to meet up with you all last summer please keep in touch . My prayers and sympathies to all of you. Cecilia Massey

Martine Tardif

March 22, 2011

Chère Marie-Hélène et famille Baillot:

Maxime et moi pensons à vous tous et vous envoyons tout le soutien spirituel nécessaire dans cette épreuve. Que le souvenir du bon Roch vous aide à continuer dans votre chemin.
Maxime Tardif-Alam et Martine Tardif

March 21, 2011

Bonjour Marie-Helene.
Bon courage a toi et toute ta famille.

Serge Chantigny directeur du service J.baillot&fils

March 21, 2011

le 21 mars 2011

Marie-Helene et Symon, je vous souhaite mes plus sinceres condoleances.

Je garde un bon souvenir de Roch.
Carole Lapalme

Pat & Taylor-Ashley Thornton

March 20, 2011

"I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love." (Leo Buscaglia)
Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Pat & Spherion Taylor-Ashley Thornton

Larry Saumure

March 19, 2011

Je connais Roch depuis 43 ans
Toujours un gentil monsieur dévoué pour la cause des jeunes et les pauvres.
Mon épouse et moi souhaite nos plus sinçère condaléance a Marie Helene ,Symon et toute la famille de loin ou proche. Gisèle et Laurent Larry Saumure

March 19, 2011

Je me rappelle de Roch comme un homme dévoué auprês des jeunes. Nous sommes de tout coeur avec Marie-Hélène et Symon dans ces moments difficiles.

Renée Bellehumeur et la famille Muscroft

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