Maurice Arthur Rochon

Maurice Arthur Rochon
July 26,1947 – June 23, 2023
Maurice passed away peacefully, at Sunnybrook Hospital, surrounded by his family, on Friday, June 23rd. Predeceased by his parents, Therese (nee Gelineau) and Arthur Rochon, he will be lovingly remembered by his wife Susan, daughter Laura (Chris), son David (Alison) and his grandchildren: Ashley, Charlee, Nigel, Callum and Zoe. He will be remembered with love by his brother Rene (Brenda), sister Colette (Jim), sister-in-law Christine (Bill), and his nieces and nephew. Maurice will also be remembered fondly by dear friends.
Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Maurice grew up living in many places throughout Canada and in Germany. When they married, and started a family, he and Susan planted roots, first in Aurora and then in Newmarket, where they have lived since 1979. Together, though, they traveled to many wonderful places throughout the world.
Maurice's "first" career was with Bell Canada. Early on, he climbed poles, set up switch boards and pulled cable through many buildings, including those at Expo '67 in Montreal and at York University. Later, he worked as a Manager in Toronto and Newmarket. He also worked on a number of special projects and was a member of Bell Pioneers.
After retiring from Bell, Maurice went to work at Sears, selling tools and then appliances.
Family was very important to him. He was always there offering love and help. Watching his grandchildren grow was a special joy.
Maurice's faith was another important part of his life. For many years, he served as an Elder and Clerk of session, at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Newmarket. He also served on the Board of Managers, the Building Committee, as part of the Boarding Homes Ministry Team, and as part of the group that staged many plays at the Church.
Friends may call at Roadhouse and Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street, Newmarket at 1:00pm on Thursday June 29th. A Funeral Service will be held immediately after Visitation, at 2:00pm. Click Here to Watch the Service
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation. Click Here to Make a Donation