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NAPOLEON J.E. GAGNON

Born: Mar 01, 1924

Date of Passing: Jan 18, 2015

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NAPOLEON J.E. GAGNON March 1, 1924 January 18, 2015 Peacefully, on January 18, 2015, Dad passed away to be with our beloved mother, Bernice, who predeceased him on October 19, 2003. He is survived by his family, Pat (daughter), his son, Ron (Barb) and his daughter Michelle. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Mike, Jason (Quynh), Jacqueline, Danielle (Andrew), Nicole and Jacques and his only great-grandchild, Curtis. He also leaves behind numerous nephews and nieces, as well as his special friend, Léo Beaupré. Dad was an inspiration and our rock until the day he passed. In his youth, he joined the Royal Canadian Navy as a Merchant Seaman on a torpedo boat in the Second World War. He was an amazingly proud veteran and a hero. Later in life he married Mom, had three children and began raising his family. He was a Grand Knight for the Knights of Columbus and a lifetime member of the Norwood Legion. He attended all our sporting events and coached Little League. Dad left us with many wonderful memories that we will cherish forever. This was his greatest gift of all. Be assured Papa Bear that we will honor your wishes and stay strong as a family. Love you Forever. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. A celebration of Dad's life will be held on Friday, January 23, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. at the Norwood Legion, 134 Marion Street, officiated by Rev. Donald McKenzie. Leclaire Brothers 204-775-2220

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 21, 2015

Condolences & Memories (12 entries)

  • Hi Ron, Michelle, Pat, I just happen to come across your parents obituaries So sorry It was always fun to talk and spend time with your parents They we always good to me I remember many fun times at your house on desmeurons Hey Ron we had great times and wish we could do it all over Allan - Posted by: Allan emond (Friend and neighbours ) on: May 09, 2016

  • To Pat, Ron, Michelle and family. I just want to say how sorry I am to hear of your Dad's passing. I remember Uncle Nap as being a gentle, quiet man. He was a wonderful father and husband . He will be very much missed. Sharlene(Niece)and Bill Harper - Posted by: Sharlene Harper (Niece/Cousin) on: Jun 22, 2015

  • We bought our first house from Nap in the early 70s. He was likeable from the first time we met him. We continued to see him and spoke with him at Holy Family Church. Our condolences to the family. We will remember him. - Posted by: Gilbert & Lorraine Cloutier (Friends) on: Jan 25, 2015

  • To Pat, Ron and Michelle and all your families, I know your hearts are breaking to have to say goodbye to a wonderful Dad and Grandpa. But take comfort in all the wonderful memories you have to cherish forever not only of your Dad but your Mom as well. Your Dad, (my Uncle Nap) had such a zest for life and passed that on to all those around him. After being witness to the horrors of war, he appreciated life to the fullest and made the most out of every day. That is how I will remember him. I loved his stories and his great sense of humour and his laugh. I will miss him. - Posted by: Karen Kitching (Niece) on: Jan 22, 2015

  • What a privilege and an honor to have met and cared for this gentle man. He always had a way with words to make people smile. He will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with you Pat, Michelle and Ron. May your father rest in peace. - Posted by: Jeanne Faucher-Boily ((friend)) on: Jan 22, 2015

  • Sincere sympathies to the Gagnon family, especially Pat and Michelle whom I have had the pleasure of meeting when your Dad moved to Le Chalet. We will miss his jokes and stories at meal times. He was always worried about his family members but now he can take care of you from above. He is in a much better place as the last few months were very hard on him and you. - Posted by: Jeanne Beaupre (Friend) on: Jan 22, 2015

  • I met Nap in July 2013 when he moved to Le Chalet in La Broquerie and I am forever grateful that he came into my life when he did, and Pat & Michelle as well. We planted tomatoes and flowers together and we were looking forward to doing it again this summer, but God had something else planned for him this year. He'll be missed but I'm sure he'll be close when I plant this year's crop of flowers. I plan on having a permanent tribute to him in our gardens here at Le Chalet. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. - Posted by: Angele Lord (Relative and friend) on: Jan 22, 2015

  • Our condolences Pat to you and family. Wonderful memories of your dad, mom and my parents on card nights. - Posted by: Helene & Mike Gagne (family friend) on: Jan 21, 2015

  • Our condolences on the passing of your sweet Dad. Heaven must be rejoicing now though that your parents are together again. Whenever I had occasion to see your Dad, he was always a gentleman. He will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. - Posted by: Evelyn (Friend) on: Jan 21, 2015

  • My heartfelt condolences go out to you Ron and Barb and all your family. - Posted by: Raymond Noel Hill (Friend) on: Jan 21, 2015

  • Dear Pat and family Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time! - Posted by: Don and Suzanne Arnal (old friends) on: Jan 21, 2015

  • Our sympathy to Pat and your family! Your dad sold us our first house back in 1981 when he was in real estate and was a real gentleman and made an impression for me to still remember and value these times. RIP Mr. Gagnon - Posted by: Norbert Collette (friend) on: Jan 21, 2015

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