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ANDRE GERVAIS

Born: Jan 04, 1932

Date of Passing: Jun 16, 2014

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ANDRE GERVAIS January 04, 1932 - June 16, 2014 Peacefully surrounded by love ones, André Gervais journeyed to his eternal home on Monday, June 16. He will be remembered by his wife Dora; brothers Joe, Charles, Eugene; nieces and nephews. André was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Rosalie Soucie; by his sisters Florence and Cécile; and brothers Henri, Alfred, and Robert. Soon after his birth, his mother died. André was raised by Adrien and Albertine Charbonneau. André was a teacher, a devoted husband, very much involved in his faith. He was generous in helping foreign missions and sponsoring children in underdeveloped countries. André worked with Development and Peace for many years. He will be missed by his family and friends. Prayers will take place on Friday, June 20, at 7:00 p.m. at Desjardins Funeral Chapel, 357 DesMeurons Street, with viewing at 6:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, June 21, at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Norbert Parish, 80 St. Pierre Street, with eulogies and viewing starting at 10:00 a.m. The family would like to thank Dr. Blouw and the nurses at Victoria Hospital for the care and compassion they provided to André in his final days. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca Desjardins 233-4949 1-888-233-4949 www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 19, 2014

Condolences & Memories (6 entries)

  • Dora, our love and prayers are with you always. - Posted by: Rory Barnaby and Family () on: Aug 16, 2014

  • He was a very friendly and kind man I will miss him I am so sorry to hear this Dora Take Care Lucie + Peter Menary - Posted by: Lucie Menary (cousin) on: Jun 25, 2014

  • He was my teacher in St. Laurent school. Monsieu Gervais was my favorite teacher, he will be missed. My condolences to the Gervais family God bless Louis Ricard - Posted by: Louis Ricard (Student ) on: Jun 20, 2014

  • Mr. Gervais was a very nice man I remember he was my grade 4 teacher and him writing things in my report card she day dreams a lot but you know what I got good grades in his class so he is a good teacher and he was a nice man he will be sadly missed - Posted by: Carolyn Alexander ( Desjarlais ) (Former student) on: Jun 19, 2014

  • Mon Oncle was a humble man with a great sense of humour. Always asking me and my family how we were and how things were going with their careers and aspirations. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Deeply sorry for matante Dora, prends soin, avec amour, Monique et famille. - Posted by: Monique Pernerowski (niece on Dora's side) on: Jun 19, 2014

  • Rest in Peace Uncle Andre, Condolences to all your family. - Posted by: Rheal and Jacqueline Beaudette (nephew and niece) on: Jun 19, 2014

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