Wallace Larocque

Wallace Larocque

Wallace Larocque Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 5 to Mar. 6, 2010.
LAROCQUE, Wallace "Rocky" PER ARDUA AD ASTRA September 10, 1920 - March 2, 2010 Beloved husband of Velma (nee Gordon) and father of Heather (Bill Anderson) and Holly (Paul Baker). Rocky's illustrious career in aviation was surpassed only by his loving devotion as a husband and father. His bright creative spirit, brilliant mind, and unquenchable sense of fun drew people of all ages to him, and his joyful sense of humour will live on in the memories of all who knew him. Rocky was an Air Force Veteran of World War II, a helper to all in need, a lover of dogs, music, and children, and, above all, a true gentleman. A private family service will be held. Anyone who wishes may make a donation in his memory to The Ottawa Humane Society or The Canadian Cancer Society. All arrangements in care of Tubman Funeral Homes, Westboro Chapel.

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Margaret & Bernard Carroll

March 26, 2010

Dear Mrs Larocque, Heather & Holly,
We just heard from Tom about the death of Mr Larocque. Like Tom we recall many happy times at your home when we first arrived in Canada. Our heartfelt sympathies to all of you. He was in every sense of the word a true gentleman with a great sense of humour
Our thoughts & our prayers are with you all.
God bless.

jill dafoe

March 10, 2010

Dear Mrs Larocque, Heather, Bill, Holly, & Paul

We saw you off in the distance at the Civic Hospital and wondered why you were there. We were there for Joseph's mother (100) who died the day after your father.

We send you our deepest sympathy. It seems they both lived a pretty amazing life!

jill and joseph dafoe

Nancy Preston

March 9, 2010

It is with much sadness that I send my sincere condolences Holly, Paul and Gracie for your loss. The world will be a poorer place for the loss of a true gentleman.

Doug and Jocelyn Yurick

March 9, 2010

To the entire Larocque family, and our dear friends Heather and Bill in particular, we extend deepest sympathy at this very difficult time.

Wayne & Donna Moss

March 6, 2010

Our greatest memories of Rocky are as Indian Chief & Pirate arriving in Holly & Paul's backyard on warm summer days, to surprise all of us, but especially our young sons, who could not believe these magical personalities had come to see them & spend time whooping it up around a tee pee & searching for buried treasure. His humour & love will be with us always.
Love Wayne & Donna, Rob & Jeff

Tom Carroll

March 6, 2010

Deepest sympathies to all the Larocque family.I have never forgotten the fun times when I visited with you all!Rocky is a man I always admired and respected.

Neil Norris

March 6, 2010

Although I did not know Mr. Larocque, I mourn the passing of another patriotic Canadian hero. I extend my deepest sympathies to you his family and friends, and to him I extend my sincere appreciation for the freedoms we enjoy.

I will remember them.

Jack & Claudette Harris

March 6, 2010

Our heartfelt condolences go out to Paul & Huguette and all of the family.

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